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If you’re like many people, you got a prescription for ADHD medication from your physician, and that’s what you’re taking. But did you know that there’s a proven process for determining not only which medication is right for you, but also what the optimal dosage is?
Is there room for improvement in terms of what your medication can do for you? It can sometimes be hard to tell if your medication is working well for you.
What are the signs that you’re on the right medication, taking the right dose, and taking it at the optimum time of day for your lifestyle and situation?
In this episode, we talk all things ADHD meds… including exactly what to look for (hint: it’s not about “how it feels” nor is it about your physical behavior), how to set yourself up for success with medication, and ways to check on the most subtle factors that you might need to evaluate to determine if your meds are working well for you.
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I am 65 and was recently DX with ADHD. I was given address 10mg twice a day. I have been on it for about 10 days. I feel so tired all the time. Can this be a side effects?
Do you mean adderalls?
And if so no ..you should feel more focused & mentally awake.
Talk to your doctor about trying something else or trying a higher dose.
But I was on 10mg for years without any issues?
So it maybe you need a different medicine
Rita
I wish there was an ADHD med that could last all day into the late evening. Because most of us are on the go later than 5pm. And yes I also get sleepy spells where I can sleep all day even on the Adderall I am on a high dose of 90 mg I could use more than that, but I’m just being honest about it then I take Xanax to go to bed and I sleep great I don’t understand why you can’t have more. I’m Coco Ann
I just switch 2 days, from 40 mg Xr of adderal to 30 mg IR ?
The 30 mg IR it’s not giving me any energy it’s not motivating me. I’m tired I’m not focused. What could be the possible clause
I switch from 40 mg XR of Adderall yesterday. I am now taking 30 mg IR.
It’s not giving much energy. I feel very tired. I’m definitely unfocus. Cannot do any tasks right now.. what what is going on is my body trying to adjust? do I need a higher dose if IR
Hi Celia, How frustrating for you! Please speak to your doctor to find out what’s going on. Hope you can figure it out.