All weekend, I've been extremely tired and sluggish. You can PM me if you don't want it in public, or you don't have to answer it at all, I'll understand. I know that not taking my meds means I do stupid things I regret because I am way impulsive (of all things I've gotten under control it's my weakest). Don't be afraid to discuss this concern with your doctor (I suggest you do) and don't be afraid to try it if your doc thinks it'll help. Sure, I always feel better on the days I take it. My baby sister is on 20mg. Those meds are risky and you are showing signs of dependence. It didn't work too well which is why none of my doctors have put me back on it, but I've been thinking about trying it again since I was so young when I took it. I've been taking it 4 or 5 days out of the week and when I don't take it I get cravings for it and feel down and irritable. I understood your concerns, I felt the same way when I was first medicated. I self medicated with the stimulant that was most easily available to me.
If that's wrong, it would be amazing... Out of curiosity. It is an excellent medication.
I've been on it for about a month now. It typically lasts 2-3 days. I'd also say that the 12 hour claim on Vyvanse seems to massively oversell its duration of effect (what I've read in anecdotes, my own anecdote, and the data on it publicly available in the patent for for it). ... and been clean 12 years now. Lucky for you, you are mostly taking Vyvanse which has to be processed by the liver before taking effect. I am sure I would experience withdrawal if I stopped taking it. I could not be happier medical science figured out how to cure ADHD and I'm really grateful that the fine folks at Shire Pharmaceuticals continue to manufacture this wonderful drug. The IR vs. ER issue has more to do with how easy the drug is to abuse than addictive potential. The major problems with addiction happen when people take more than what they should or take it when they don't need it to correct an actual problem, and then get dopamine signaling far above "normal" physiology, typically including euphoria. Medicating yourself can give you the boost you need to form a healthy lifestyle, eventually you can confidently wean off the medication - then coming off the meds won't be half as hard, because of the strong foundation you've built for yourself. I started regularly taking it about a year ago. There's nothing at all to be worried about or ashamed of. All kinds of messed up! Tolerance is a thing, but it's often overstated - initial euphoria stopping doesn't mean the dose is suddenly too low to be effective, and once you and your doctor figure out an effective dose, you will likely be able to stay on that dose for a very long time (and taking a few days off will help with tolerance if it ever does actually become a problem). Vyvanse is water soluble, but there are non water soluble fillers and binders inside the capsule. Not only is it physiological, it's mentally and emotionally fulfilling to feel everything 'click'.
I highly recommend Wellbutrin, it can address ADHD and depression and has very low abuse potential. You're experiencing it now. Unfortunately I haven't found that life changing pill yet. This medication completes me as a human being, and I feel that strongly about it. I don't feel like I need more but I'm worried my body might start growing a tolerance. The problem with me is that I have an enzyme deficiency (cyp2d6) which means that a lot of medications either have no effect on me or have a very weakened effect. Experiencing withdrawal does not imply addiction. I know none of us are doctors and have no medical advice, and I will talk to my doctor about this, but I just want some advice … I wrote about my worst time in this old post - Meth Psychosis baaad trip.. ... help Reddit App Reddit coins Reddit premium Reddit gifts. I've been on Concerta for the last 4 months, but I don't think I'm addicted, although I know some people get addicted to Concerta.
I'm afraid I've already become addicted. This medicine finally makes me feel NORMAL. I've been on Concerta for the last 4 months, but I don't think I'm addicted, although I know some people get addicted … I couldn't imagine living my life without the medication and that really scares me. I'm afraid I've already become addicted- but not because I get a "high" or "euphoric" feeling- just because I finally feel like a normal person on it. My prescription ran out on Friday and I cannot get it refilled until Monday. When I do not take it, I am back to my lazy, negative self and I hate it. I cannot take it forever. 2) Yes, I feel the exact same way about adderall. I know none of us are doctors and have no medical advice, and I will talk to my doctor about this, but I just want some advice from fellow people who might be/have been in my shoes. The meds help you balance it out. My APRN gave it to me to take on school days (Mon-Thur), but I could take it whenever, or choose not to take it for as long as I want, it's my choice. It's good that it makes you feel normal! Male, 25. In December my APRN added in 5mg of Adderall to be taken up to twice a day to hold off the crash from the Vyvanse. Now, being an adult with my own health insurance, I decided to seek help and got put on Vyvanse. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I went through exactly what you're going through a few months ago with vyvanse.