I am under treatment for severe adhd. I?ve been prescribed concert and medicines (methylphenidate) but haven?t responded well to it. After a couple days I stopped because I was having a lot of anxiety and some other minor side effects, but I did?t feel any improvement. If I try ritalin would it be different? I know that it is the same substance just not the same delivery mechanism but does it have the mechanism of action. Or maybe I should try the same medications i?ve been prescribed a little longer and see if it has a different effect? I figured that I should conclude on the effectiveness and respond of the substance on my brain the first time I took it as it is a stimulant but I am not sure. I want to try amphetamine based stimulants but they are?t available in france (there is one -attention 5 mg, a form of dexamfetamine- but it is extremely difficult to have it prescribed). I will soon be on strattera (atomoxetine) and I wonder after a few weeks when it should normally reach its effectiveness will it ?work? like a stimulant? I mean will the effects be felt on a daily basis after taking the pill? Thank you.
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First of all, these stimulant medications need valid prescription to be procured - so, unless any doctor prescribes it, you will not be able to buy them. Secondly, they would take some time before they show some viable results. If you have anxiety, it can be managed as well. Thirdly, these stimulants work like a stimulant, but you will not feel 'stimulated' rather more focused and with less attention deficit and less hyperactivity. Suggesting you to go with the prescription medications for atleast a month before discarding them. Any additional symptom could be managed by your psychiatrist.
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Hello! sounds to me like you are feeling quite confused and frustrated in the moment. It may be helpful for you to continue the dosage prescribed by your psychiatrist. Sometimes medicines take time to work. All medicines need to be taken for the time they have been given. The regimen matters in psychiatric medication. Unlike other meds, we can not choose to reduce dosage or stop taking. That being said, finish the course and then go to psychiatrist to explain side effects. Sometimes side effects are maximum in the first week as body is readjusting to healthy levels hope this helps your query. Take care! :)
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