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25 Nov 2009 @ 9:43 AM
Queenofmyworld21 Join Date: Wed 25th Nov 2009
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Hello everyone I am new here and I was diagnosed with ADHD on nov 16 2009...and I am confused....how long does it take to get the dosage right? I was given Vyvanse on the 16th and for the first 3 days it worked great but after that it started wearing off at around 2pm (i take it at 6am) so I called the doctor and he upped it to 6omg from 30mg on the 20th I havent noticed any difference...I even tried taking 30mg at 6am and then again at noon since my days are so long but nothing it was like I never even upped it...so what do I do now Iam afraid to call back and say it didnt work...the meds work but only till like 2 so I dont want him to take me off them all together cause I ve never felt better while its working, so clear headed and focused but after 2 its like I hit a brick wall and then I get alot of irritablity and anxiety...what should I do call him back and tell him it didnt work or wait untill my appointment on the 7th or now say anything and suffer after 2pm...thanks for listening and and advice would be great!!! :)

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28 Nov 2009 @ 3:25 PM Reply # 1
Susie Join Date: Sat 28th Nov 2009
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Maybe you'd be better of with a different drug, like Adderall, that is meant to be taken more than once a day. When I was on Vyvanse, I had to wait until 9:30 am to take my daily dose, in order to stay awake after 7 pm or so. It doesn't last long enough, and when it poops out, you feel SOOOOO TIRED! I'm taking Adderall 3 times a day now, and it's working better for me. Don't be afraid to tell your doctor it's still not working! Otherwise, s/he can't give you other ideas to try. It takes awhile to get a new drug dose right (antidepressants are the same way). Keep trying and good luck!

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