Posted by Ashley B on October 15, 2007, at 8:47:11
I'm wondering if anyone can answer this. I've taken 72 mg. of Concerta for a year and a half, and am trying to wean myself off of it. Through fish oil, a multivitamin, NDAH, l-tyrosine and 5-HTP, I'm now down to 36 mg.
Does anyone know why it became less and less effective? It worked beautifully when I first started taking it, and lasted for ten hours. Gradually, it lasted 8- then 6- now 4 hours. Also, upon taking it, I'd get a "euphoric" feeling in which I could talk normally and socialize with other people for an hour or so. Usually, I'm very shy and have some social anxiety. This extra kick gave me motivation to talk to people, enjoy the presence of others and even make new friends. I wish I could feel like that all the time.
I do notice that it seems more effective after a drug holiday. If I don't take any on the weekends, Concerta seems to last for longer and is more effective on Monday.
1. Why do they stop working? Do they deplete the adrenal glands, or the supply of dopamine?
2. Is there anything I can do to prolong their efficacy? Will any supplements help? I'd give anything to feel like I did after I first started taking it. My grades and work performance have declined.
Thank you.
poster:Ashley B
thread:789346
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