Hi Shoe – The exact same thing happened with me. My first trial was with Ritalin and it had zero effect. For all I could tell I could’ve been taking sugar pills. I took as much as 30mg twice a day, four hours apart, and nothin’. I didn’t take anymore after several days. Today was my follow-up appointment and my Dr had the following to say 1) “You’re quirky”…knew that, thank you for the compliment 
2) “Tell me about your history with pain medication – such as at the Dentist or following surgery – does it take a lot for you to feel results?” The answer was “yes!”. I also mentioned that I have to take a very large dose of antibiotics and for at least 10 days anytime I’m sick. From there he determined that I metabolize medicines very quickly and I evidently metabolized the Ritalin long before it had any effect. Today I started my next test week and with Dextrostat. Evidently it is on back-order at the manufacturer so I got the generic form – I have no idea if there’s a significant difference with this drug, however he specifically told me to get the name brand for Ritalin. So, we’ll see. I took 10mg of Dextrostat today and could tell I’d taken something – I felt slightly more ‘zoned’ in to what I was doing this afternoon. Four hours later I took 10mg again. Still I can tell a difference. It’s not huge but it’s a difference and I can appreciate that! Tomorrow I’ll take 20mg three times a day and at least 4 hours apart. Next week’s trial is with Adderall. The following week we’ll review what worked best, if anything, and I’ll start taking the extended release version. I don’t know if this method is typical or not, I’m new to this too. What I do know is that I have a severe case of ADHD Inattentive Type, 34 yrs old and just diagnosed – therefore, I’m freaking exhausted and my brain feels like it’s been in overdrive my entire life. Anything to help slow down the constant inner monologue so I can focus, if only for a few hours, will be much appreciated I hope this helps or makes you feel a little better about your process. I’ll be interested to read what your Dr does for you. If medicine is the route you want to take, I hope you hang in there and give it time to work out.
Re: Need Ritalin Advice2011-03-11T01:08:56+00:00