Posted by NARCOLEPTIC on August 4, 2005, at 22:16:04
In reply to Question about med-induced carbohydrate cravings, posted by Sarah T. on August 4, 2005, at 21:49:30
> Do you know why certain medications cause carbohydrate cravings? I used to think those medicines just lowered blood sugar drastically and therefore caused the cravings; now, however, I think it's probably more complicated than that. Any ideas?
I take Ritalin for my ADHD and about 45 minutes after I 've taken my first 20 mg dose or even 10 mg dose, I get extremely hungry. The SSRI's on the other hand just kills my appetite.
I think it has something to do with alpha receptors and insulin release.
Ritalin just works differently on me. I go quiet. Think more rational, hand tremor stops, heart even slows down abit, i see better hear better, It just amazing and puzzling at the same time.
Hope this helps
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