Posted by Paulbwell on September 23, 2005, at 4:38:52
In reply to Re: ADHD Meds, Stress, Feeling Bad, posted by alohashirt on September 19, 2005, at 22:35:58
> > > I prefer Focalin XR. Concerta worked well but was a little "tunnel-like" at times. The Focalin seems sharper/better (subjectively)
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> > How about wearing off. Does Focalin XR wear off pretty smooth like Concerta? Does it last long enough for once a day dosing?
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> wears off sooner (say 7 hrs cf 9 hrs for Concerta ) and has a noticeable drop at lunchtime
I have the opportunity of a Month free trial on Concerta, (After which i would have to pay for) (by the drug company) after having been scripted 70-80mgs Methylphenidate daily for one and one half years, i am somewhat comfortable with tailouring the IR effects IR Methylphenidate. I would like SR sometimes and not have to concern myself with the constant dosage reminders of the IR-which althought has its benefits, ISN'T A MED YOU CAN TAKE IN THE MORNING AND FORGET ABOUT IT, the way Dexedrine Spansules seem to be, or the mighty Desoxyn Gradumet 5, 10,15mg were, or Biphetamine where: with their 12 hour action. The REAL Amphetamines sem to be superior from what i have read anyways-Monoamine output+reuptake, as opposed to straight Reuptake like Methyphenidate, The REAL Amphetamines seem to help and benefit far more people.I have an opportunity to trial Dextroamphetamine 5mg IR if i present right, so maybe that would be smoother and less 'Caffeinated' feeling?
Cheers all
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