Posted by Cressida on August 15, 2001, at 12:19:21
In reply to Stimulants take how long to work?, posted by adamie on August 15, 2001, at 11:05:50
I abruptly discontinued two ADs because of adverse side effects. My psychiatrist and I jointly agreed to try Remeron SolTab - the first orally disintegrating antidepressant tablet (orange flavored). I also take Adderall twice a day for adult ADD. It improves my concentration and brightens my mood. Stimulant medications like Amphetamines and methylphenidate relieve symptoms associated with ADD/ADHD as soon as you take them. I can't really say if they're beneficial for use in depression. I have read in the literature that CNS stimulants may agravate depressed people. Sometimes, however, they are helpful.
Be prepared to talk about the pros and cons with your doctor. Also, ask he or she about Concerta and Metadate CD, which are two newly FDA approved drugs for attention-deficit disorder. They are interesting candidates because their stimulant effect is designed to last 8-12 hours.
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