My LLMD recently prescribed Adderall in the hopes that it will help me concentrate and focus better at work so I don't get in trouble.
I took it Friday the first time. I was bouncing off the walls for many hours, and got a horrid headache. I'm on 15 mg 1x/day.
If you've taken it, did you get used to it with continued use? I loved feeling like I had enough energy to do what I needed to do, but that headache and the fact that it lasted well into the evening scared me.
Thanks for any responses.
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Denise- I predict you are really going to take a beating with this post.So many on this board are very against this type of coping drug.
I have taken this med.I didn't have any headache, but it did help me think more clearly, finish tasks, and make it through the day....and keep my job.
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No beating from me. I took adderrrall for many years to help with depression and brain fog. I was able to stop it very easily several times. It was a life saver for me when i couldn't think.
Denise,
You might want to start with 1/2 tab until you get used to it, then you can increase it. Don't take it to late in the day so it won't interfere with your sleep.
Gael
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Guess I don't care if I get a beating. I can't afford to lose my job and if this helps me stay employed, so be it.
I didn't take it today, and now I'm regretting it.
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Denise,
It's still early enough, and if you have it with you, take 1/4 of a tablet to help get you through the day. I always step lightly into a new med.
Gael
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Interesting-- back when I first started getting sick I thought about taking adderal. Does it not make you more sick later? Like robbing Peter to pay Paul? Meaning do you feel really crappy later for using all your energy?
I would think to just use a smaller dose and work up. Maybe do half and wait a few hours then do another half if you feel ok.
Don't feel guilty about taking it-- do what you gotta do! Life is hard enough for us, but make sure you also think long term.
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