Posted by karanan on April 28, 2002, at 1:34:38
In reply to switch from ritalin to ? for add, opinions?, posted by katekite on April 18, 2002, at 19:31:13
I read the post and responses, and just want to emphasize one point...Let me explain. We may all search (I'm guilty of this also) to find the perfect "medication." I may be even more guilty of this, since I'm a physician who suffers from ADHD. However, with time and experience, I have seen that people react to medications differently. 5mg of ritalin may cause a 300 lb. male to run 10 miles, while 20mg of ritalin may not have any effect on a 110 lb. female. Also, it may be possible that different dosages may be necessary at different times in our lives. We may develop tolerance to one medication, and thus need to change to another. I've been on 36mg concerta qAM for 6 months, and feel as though it has lost its efficacy. Prior to that, I was on Adderall for 1 year....Same thing...worked at the beginning and then "burned out." Conclusion..."There is no wonder drug."
poster:karanan
thread:103464
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