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August 14, 2017 at 12:44 pm
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Penny Williams
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It’s possible that, while Adderall has helped some, that you’d respond better to a different medicine. The two types of ADHD stimulants are amphetamines (Adderall, Vyvanse…) and methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta…). Most individuals do well with one type or the other, but not both.
A Patient’s Primer on the Stimulant Medications Used to Treat ADHD
Definitely discuss your concerns with your doctor and make a decision on how to proceed with your doctor’s guidance.
Penny
ADDitude Community Moderator, Author & Mentor on Parenting ADHD, Mom to teen w/ ADHD, LDs, and autism