Posted by green hornet on March 28, 2004, at 7:36:58
In reply to Re: Strattera for ADD - does it increase motivatio, posted by Securitas on March 28, 2004, at 5:23:32
> I found Strattera worked very well at 80mg/day for inattentive ADHD, but after 3 months lost its effectiveness. A higher dose restored that, but at the cost of vasospasm (toes/fingers). There were no other side effects in my case. Adderall XR works as well, and perhaps better for 'motivation' but carries a significant risk of tolerance, dependence and 'ramping up the dose'. High blood pressure is just as likely with Adderall if you had it with Strattera (norepinephrine reuptake inhibition component). I found ACE inhibitors work best in that case.
> SecuritasAlthough I think I realized some motovational effect early on, it has really taken over six months to feel the "total" effect. I think my big mistake was to come off an SSRI thinking the effect of the Strattera was my depression "going away" Uh uh .......This is one reason Strattera does not seem to help children in school, they, their teachers and families just don't HAVE six months to wait it out. IMHO Ritalin and other stimulants have spoiled us, so when something like Strattera comes along, its like every thing else, "I-want-what-I want-when-I want-it" mentality. Stimulants have their place,and I am not putting down those who must have them for true ADHD, but if you are just starting on Strattera my advice is be VERY patient. GH
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