Short-term solution for forgetting sustained-release meds?

[ellamama]

Do any of you have hand-dandy suggestions for what to do when it’s after 10 am and you realized you forgot to take your Concerta (or other sustained-release stimulant medication)? If I take it after 10 am (definitely after noon) I can’t get to sleep at night. If I don’t take it, I’m simply useless in the afternoon and evening. I sometimes try lots of coffee which works better than nothing, but I”m hoping others have some good ideas.

TIA!

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[JimC.]

sticky notes, alarm clock, string on finger, put meds in front of wallet, there are many ways to develop a system and habit. jc

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[Anonymous]

I have a “week box” with medication inside. Made with bright colours and I place it where, I go first thing in the morning.

My kettle

Hope you get some ideas..

PS: What dose of Corcerta XL are you on?

Pete x

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[Bill]

You also could carry a small quantity of immediate acting medication for times like that, but I agree with Jim. Set up a routine that does NOT rely on your memory. There is a reason why my Concerta is right beside the toothpaste where I can see it every morning.

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[Anonymous]

I prepare my week box with Concerta every Sunday and it stays right on the kitchen counter, so I never forgot my pills in 2 years. I also carry a small quantity of Ritalin in my car, just in case…Or you can carry smaller Concerta doses (18, 27..) and even combine with Ritalin. I was also advised not to take generic Concerta but generic Ritalin isn’t said to be much different. Hope it helps.

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[Tiddler]

Mine is in the cupboard above where I prepare breakfast.

I have the same trouble though if I sleep late. Take it after 10 and I’m up till gone midnight and I really do need more sleep than that.

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