Currently on Concerta How to know the right meds

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Permalink Reply by youseetherealme on December 5, 2009 at 8:48am

I noticed that no one responded to your questions. I'm looking for responses to your questions too. I was just going to post a similar discussion as I am new to taking Concerta. I was on 18 mg but today I'm starting 36 mg. I definitely don't want to feel tired or zoned out from it. Just wondering how to know when you are at the right dosage also.
My 8 yr old takes Adderall and it works well until it starts to wear off and she then has "mini meltdowns" I don't need 2 of us having them if thats what a higher dosage does.
I do also have issues with motivation (at home, mundane tasks etc) and need advice on that.
At work I am more alert and focussed and am more relaxed and having fun.

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Permalink Reply by Emily on December 5, 2009 at 11:02am

I am no longer on concerta as it just made me tired. I became unmotivated, or hyper focused, and i didn't feel like myself. Today is started vyvanse after trying adderall, dexedrine and focalin. Adderall worked for as well, until it wore off and i became very angry and edgy, and i am a believer in a medicine should not change who you are, but improve you. So aderall was out. Dexedrine made me alert, but not sure about the focus but it had the least side effects, so he decided on vyvanse to see if this works for me.

My belief on when the dose and medicine is right is: while it is working you are focused and alert, and side effects should be few or gone within 2 weeks. If they are not, then the dose or medication is not right. My first rx was ritalin short lasting and one day i took it and the side effects were gone, but again, it made me more focused than motivated. If you feel tired then its not right, go on to the next medicine. If you are worried about adderall and meltdowns ask your doctor about dexedrine, i found it smoother and everyone told me i was just myself.. and that was the MOST important

Jan S said:

I noticed that no one responded to your questions. I'm looking for responses to your questions too. I was just going to post a similar discussion as I am new to taking Concerta. I was on 18 mg but today I'm starting 36 mg. I definitely don't want to feel tired or zoned out from it. Just wondering how to know when you are at the right dosage also.
My 8 yr old takes Adderall and it works well until it starts to wear off and she then has "mini meltdowns" I don't need 2 of us having them if thats what a higher dosage does.
I do also have issues with motivation (at home, mundane tasks etc) and need advice on that.
At work I am more alert and focussed and am more relaxed and having fun.

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Permalink Reply by Justtrish on February 16, 2010 at 11:14pm

I recently had my concerta increased to 54mg. I have noticed that I am really calm. That is a plus. Actually I might be to calm. I go to work now and barely work. I kinda feel somewhat indifferent and really couldn't care less. I am feeling really lazy and unmotivated to do stuff. Hmm.. Oh and I have dry mouth and muscle tremors in my left glute.
Time to go back to the doctor.


Emily said:

I am no longer on concerta as it just made me tired. I became unmotivated, or hyper focused, and i didn't feel like myself. Today is started vyvanse after trying adderall, dexedrine and focalin. Adderall worked for as well, until it wore off and i became very angry and edgy, and i am a believer in a medicine should not change who you are, but improve you. So aderall was out. Dexedrine made me alert, but not sure about the focus but it had the least side effects, so he decided on vyvanse to see if this works for me.

My belief on when the dose and medicine is right is: while it is working you are focused and alert, and side effects should be few or gone within 2 weeks. If they are not, then the dose or medication is not right. My first rx was ritalin short lasting and one day i took it and the side effects were gone, but again, it made me more focused than motivated. If you feel tired then its not right, go on to the next medicine. If you are worried about adderall and meltdowns ask your doctor about dexedrine, i found it smoother and everyone told me i was just myself.. and that was the MOST important

Jan S said:

I noticed that no one responded to your questions. I'm looking for responses to your questions too. I was just going to post a similar discussion as I am new to taking Concerta. I was on 18 mg but today I'm starting 36 mg. I definitely don't want to feel tired or zoned out from it. Just wondering how to know when you are at the right dosage also.
My 8 yr old takes Adderall and it works well until it starts to wear off and she then has "mini meltdowns" I don't need 2 of us having them if thats what a higher dosage does.
I do also have issues with motivation (at home, mundane tasks etc) and need advice on that.
At work I am more alert and focussed and am more relaxed and having fun.

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Permalink Reply by booboobeedoyeah on March 30, 2010 at 8:23pm

Hey ladies.

I was perscribed Concerta 18mg xr about 2 months ago. At first, I felt great and then the feeling soon wore off. He then put me on 27mg xr. I feel incredibly calm and unfocused. I have no motivation or anything. It's odd. You would think if I was taking too much I would be very focused. I don't like this feeling. I'm also having trouble sleeping. Sleeping lightly, if I awake, I easily fall back asleep. My Dr. who's one of the best in Austin told me to cut the pill in half and take one at 7am and then one around 1PM. I think I want it out of my system. I want this feeling to go away. I also suffer from anxiety and that's why I didn't go through with Adderall. This calm feeling is so foreign to me. I tried Adderall 15mgxr about a year ago. Maybe I should give that some time. I don't know. Do you ladies have any advice?

Thanks...:]

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Permalink Reply by Kaitlin on March 31, 2010 at 8:24pm

Hi, I'm new to..well all of this. I was diagnosed about a month ago and started on 18mg Concerta once a day. It makes me really calm too, which was nice at first..but I really want to be able to accomplish something! I was switched to 5mg Adderall twice a day and I saw big improvements in my ability to focus, but the crashes were pretty horrible. I called my doc and couldn't get hr for like a week (I thought this was appalling) and I ended up taking both meds and having some success with it. Well she finally called me back and says not to mix them so I'm back to just Concerta 18mg now twice a day. I got up this morning and actually didn't feel motivated enough to go to work. Normally I would at least freak out about all responsibilities I have there and go anyway, but noooo not today. I've spent all day on the couch (It was gorgeous outside too) surfing the web for answers. I hope somebody out there knows what this is about!

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Permalink Reply by booboobeedoyeah on April 2, 2010 at 9:00pm

What about trying the adderall again? Twice a day...Concerta is clearly no good.

My doc put me on Methylin which is generic for riddlin.

I start tomorrow.

I had very similar experience with concerta. I couldn't go to yoga which I love.
I couldn't do anything.

It's a very strong drug and builds up quickly.

Keep me posted. I'll let you know how this new med works!

Take care,



Kaitlin said:

Hi, I'm new to..well all of this. I was diagnosed about a month ago and started on 18mg Concerta once a day. It makes me really calm too, which was nice at first..but I really want to be able to accomplish something! I was switched to 5mg Adderall twice a day and I saw big improvements in my ability to focus, but the crashes were pretty horrible. I called my doc and couldn't get hr for like a week (I thought this was appalling) and I ended up taking both meds and having some success with it. Well she finally called me back and says not to mix them so I'm back to just Concerta 18mg now twice a day. I got up this morning and actually didn't feel motivated enough to go to work. Normally I would at least freak out about all responsibilities I have there and go anyway, but noooo not today. I've spent all day on the couch (It was gorgeous outside too) surfing the web for answers. I hope somebody out there knows what this is about!

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Permalink Reply by Sarah Irvine on April 3, 2010 at 8:53pm

i have been taking concerta since christmas time.. I started very slowly.. at 18 mg and by the new year knew it was much better than ritalin!!! Ritalin made me miserable!!! then we upped it to 20 mg and it still wasn't enough... then we tried 36mg and it was good for a while!! then i started counselling which was even better but i needed just a little more so now i am on 56mg and it has just gone generic and i feel so sick to my stomach!! so i think the dose is right but i don't think the generic brand is working.. I go back in april to see him again..!! He always says keep the money in your pocket.. i agree but i also agree you have to feel like yourself!! i Do have to say it is smoother than the ritalin...

Sarah

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Permalink Reply by Erica on April 16, 2010 at 3:44pm

This is my second month on concerta and i'm just now starting to see the benefits. I was on strattera and LOVED it, but had some really awful side effects (lack of sleep, circulatory problems, etc.) With my ADD I have alot of anxiety. At first, I felt that concerta exaserbated the anxiety. I am on 27mg and I think my body has adjusted to the dose and I can concentrate and plan better, however, still anxious at times. As soon as my dose of Concerta runs out, I do get so tired too. If I know I am giong to be out late, I try and plan for a small nap after work, or try and get a little extra sleep the night before.

I view medication with ADHD like this: the medication allows my physiological issues to be treated, so I can treat the social/behavioral issues through cognitive behavior therapy and such. So hopefully, someday, when I come off of medication, I will have developed strong habits and a self awareness to manage the issue without medication when need be.

I am seeing an ADHD coach on Monday, and I am super psyched about this. I will for sure give an update about it.

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Permalink Reply by Ruby on May 14, 2010 at 7:49pm

Hi!!

I am new to all of this, I have been treated for anxiety and depression for most of my life. I have recently been diagnosed with add. I am on 100 mg of Zoloft and now 36 MG of Concerta. I started with the two doses of ritalin at 5mg, then 20 mg of the time released Ritalin. At my last appointment they switched me to 36 MG of Concerta because I didnt like the initial speediness of the Ritalin. I have just completed my second day on the Concerta. I have no problems sleeping. However I am so thirsty and I am constantly grinding my teeth and licking my lips. Will this go away???

Erica said:

This is my second month on concerta and i'm just now starting to see the benefits. I was on strattera and LOVED it, but had some really awful side effects (lack of sleep, circulatory problems, etc.) With my ADD I have alot of anxiety. At first, I felt that concerta exaserbated the anxiety. I am on 27mg and I think my body has adjusted to the dose and I can concentrate and plan better, however, still anxious at times. As soon as my dose of Concerta runs out, I do get so tired too. If I know I am giong to be out late, I try and plan for a small nap after work, or try and get a little extra sleep the night before.

I view medication with ADHD like this: the medication allows my physiological issues to be treated, so I can treat the social/behavioral issues through cognitive behavior therapy and such. So hopefully, someday, when I come off of medication, I will have developed strong habits and a self awareness to manage the issue without medication when need be.

I am seeing an ADHD coach on Monday, and I am super psyched about this. I will for sure give an update about it.

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Permalink Reply by Sarah Irvine on May 14, 2010 at 8:56pm

YES!! i am very dry too!!! i found ritalin far worse though! but they all make you thirlsty!! i also found when i was on anti depressents for anxiety certain types made me thirsty. the sleeping pill i take at night now doesn't but my adderall certainly does!!!

sarah

Ruby said:

Hi!!

I am new to all of this, I have been treated for anxiety and depression for most of my life. I have recently been diagnosed with add. I am on 100 mg of Zoloft and now 36 MG of Concerta. I started with the two doses of ritalin at 5mg, then 20 mg of the time released Ritalin. At my last appointment they switched me to 36 MG of Concerta because I didnt like the initial speediness of the Ritalin. I have just completed my second day on the Concerta. I have no problems sleeping. However I am so thirsty and I am constantly grinding my teeth and licking my lips. Will this go away???

Erica said:

This is my second month on concerta and i'm just now starting to see the benefits. I was on strattera and LOVED it, but had some really awful side effects (lack of sleep, circulatory problems, etc.) With my ADD I have alot of anxiety. At first, I felt that concerta exaserbated the anxiety. I am on 27mg and I think my body has adjusted to the dose and I can concentrate and plan better, however, still anxious at times. As soon as my dose of Concerta runs out, I do get so tired too. If I know I am giong to be out late, I try and plan for a small nap after work, or try and get a little extra sleep the night before.

I view medication with ADHD like this: the medication allows my physiological issues to be treated, so I can treat the social/behavioral issues through cognitive behavior therapy and such. So hopefully, someday, when I come off of medication, I will have developed strong habits and a self awareness to manage the issue without medication when need be.

I am seeing an ADHD coach on Monday, and I am super psyched about this. I will for sure give an update about it.

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Permalink Reply by mommas on May 15, 2010 at 12:33pm

Concerta does make me really calm and antisocial at times. I think the drug is awful in my opinion and Ive been on it for a month. The side affect were bad in the first two weeks and got better but I also find myself not wanting to clean or do school work. When I am at work I do well for the first few hours and then become extremely unmotivated and lazy. Waiting for my appt. to hopefully get something different. There are some days that it works better than others and I am not sure why that is. I actually did some research and a lot of people have these issues and even though it says it should work 8-12 hours a lot of people complain that it doesn't. Its still a pretty new drug.

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Permalink Reply by Ruby on May 15, 2010 at 8:21pm

Hi!

So does the dry mouth go away over time??? Or is this something that you just have to live with. How long should I give the medication. I just feel sort of out of it on 36 mg of the Concerta. I have only been on it for three days though.

Sarah Irvine said:

YES!! i am very dry too!!! i found ritalin far worse though! but they all make you thirlsty!! i also found when i was on anti depressents for anxiety certain types made me thirsty. the sleeping pill i take at night now doesn't but my adderall certainly does!!!

sarah

Ruby said:

Hi!!

I am new to all of this, I have been treated for anxiety and depression for most of my life. I have recently been diagnosed with add. I am on 100 mg of Zoloft and now 36 MG of Concerta. I started with the two doses of ritalin at 5mg, then 20 mg of the time released Ritalin. At my last appointment they switched me to 36 MG of Concerta because I didnt like the initial speediness of the Ritalin. I have just completed my second day on the Concerta. I have no problems sleeping. However I am so thirsty and I am constantly grinding my teeth and licking my lips. Will this go away???

Erica said:

This is my second month on concerta and i'm just now starting to see the benefits. I was on strattera and LOVED it, but had some really awful side effects (lack of sleep, circulatory problems, etc.) With my ADD I have alot of anxiety. At first, I felt that concerta exaserbated the anxiety. I am on 27mg and I think my body has adjusted to the dose and I can concentrate and plan better, however, still anxious at times. As soon as my dose of Concerta runs out, I do get so tired too. If I know I am giong to be out late, I try and plan for a small nap after work, or try and get a little extra sleep the night before.

I view medication with ADHD like this: the medication allows my physiological issues to be treated, so I can treat the social/behavioral issues through cognitive behavior therapy and such. So hopefully, someday, when I come off of medication, I will have developed strong habits and a self awareness to manage the issue without medication when need be.

I am seeing an ADHD coach on Monday, and I am super psyched about this. I will for sure give an update about it.

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