🎂 3 Years On Concerta! 💊 An Overview

[@ADHDMastery]

Just to clarify, in my older video on Concerta I said I stopped using it, and so I switched to this newer brand which had less harsh side-effects.

[@stephaniemuralles8061]

ADHD Management which medication is this with less harsh side effects ? I’m already so sensitive to caffeine that it scares me to get on meds ...

[@ADHDMastery]

Xenidate XL

[@lottenbavik6649]

I got Concerta first at the nurse so she could check blood pressure and such. We found a good dosage and I got a prescription. I didn’t think about the fact it was another brand/copy. Started feeling angry on the inside, skipping some important meetings so we lowered the dosage. Then I got it from my nurse again and she said our region had made a deal with the other cheaper supplier and some experienced side effects. Then it clicked, the original would cost me thousands every year unless the doctor could motivate it and then check a box so only the original was given. Still didn’t feel right so I got to test Elvance and with Attentine as a boost in the afternoon it worked lots better. Chronic extreme pain for two years and burning out fighting for me and my sisters rights has made me less productive and much more sensitive and angry again but it probably still helps so I don’t explode. I just wish I could have that period with pain always there but under control and me feeling more positive and getting more done.

[@swanneckwineryinc7890]

How do you like the new medication versus concerta or Adderall. I take 36mg of concerta now, previous Adderall 20 mg twice a day. I like concerta more than Adderall but find myself liking ones with not so harsh effects. I've taken Vyvanse as well. Like concerta more.

[@jaystreet4004]

@@ADHDMastery is that still working for you better?

[@albertosousatenor]

I remember my first day on Concerta, when it kick in at the same time as my usual morning coffee... I was buzzing with productivity, effortlessly sorting out emails that had been in my inbox for eons, thinking “Is this what normal people feel like??? No wonder they get shit done so easily!”.

[@drapala97]

did your productivity wore off over time? I just got diagnosed and I'm thinking about using methylphenidate

[@albertosousatenor]

João, eventualmente precisas d ajustar as doses, eu neste momento d manhã tomo 36mg concerta (libertação prolongada) mas como tava a sentir q caia à tarde, a médica deu-me mais 20mg d metilfenidato d libertação imediata (tipo ritalina mas genérico) caso eu sinta q precise.

[@albertosousatenor]

Sweet Dream, of course, sorry. I said that eventually you do need to find your right dosage. The psychiatrist has now given me 36mg of methylphenidate extended release (concerta) and if I feel I need it, extra 10/20mg pills of immediate release to take in the early afternoon.

[@albertosousatenor]

Something I think I should say is that, though I think medication is really helpful and an essential part of dealing with ADHD, it doesn’t automatically fix things. What I’ve felt is that it makes easier to be in a state of mind where you start seeing the time-wasting patterns and understanding the hidden emotional reasons why some apparently very simple tasks seem so difficult. If you guys are interested in this, look for information on The Wall Of Awful and on Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.

[@albertosousatenor]

brasileiros Silva, I don’t need smart drugs. If I understood correctly, I just need something to delay the reabsorption of my dopamine (a bit like caffeine does) and allow electric impulses in my brain to flow like they do in most people.

[@r.s.fletcher7066]

Was diagnosed last year, only started medicating yesterday, headaches are a real problem. *Do not exercise in the first 3 hours, unless you have a steel heart(definitely evade the caffeine) >Increased motivation and drive, enganging more with my environment >I'm actually able to retain information in a conversation, properly, memory improvements are a huge step for me🥹 Cleaned and organized my room, for the first time in months, can't explain how relieving it was getting out of my slump

[@allfacts19]

I've been in a slump for 20 years. I've finally been diagnosed with adhd. I've been prescribed every single antidepressant known to man. Nothing helped. I can't even recall a movie I watched a couple hours before. I usually only watch TV shows. I'm also horrible at small talk. These psychiatrists are all full of crap. They only look for money.

[@tyrowe42]

Yup headaches are annoying af

[@bobbs9593]

@@allfacts19 have u tried looking out for dementia?

[@allfacts19]

@@bobbs9593 I don't follow what you're asking? My grandfather eventually ended up with alzheimers. Are you saying I should look out and do things to fight off dementia?

[@_________________142]

@@allfacts19 Have you taken adhd medication since your diagnosis? If so, how has it affected you?

[@mariamtee]

I was misdiagnosed with anxiety and depression by at least 3 different shrinks and put on anti depressants for 12 odd years even though I knew I wasn’t depressed. It was only last year at age 42 that a shrink with a waiting period of 2 years diagnosed me with inattentive ADHD. Everything, every single thing makes sense now. I just hope to go back to university and finish my grad degree that I left midway 20 Years ago

[@simplyserena7962]

Yess the psychologist always tho k ur depressed 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@ninjachrish]

Good luck bro!! Just stay close to God. We're all human and we're all in this together 😊❤️

[@allfacts19]

Me as well. I've been diagnosed with anxiety and depression lol. It led to drinking. Finally after research I've been diagnosed with adhd. What medication did you receive?

[@pmartin6086]

You can do it!! Apply!

[@nashbreen]

Exactly my experience.

[@royalindication]

I have been on concerta for almost a year now. 36 mg. You shouldn't mix with other meds or foods when taking. . It takes a while to feel the effects unless you have an empty stomach. It really depends on peoples sensitivity, but usually people are okay with 36. Since I started taking I went back to college and I'm almost finishing my degree that I stopped because I couldn't concentrate at all. I just thought I was dumb and I couldn't do it like other people. Turns out I was very wrong. It was hard at the start but I did chemistry and advanced calculus so don't give up guys. Updated version: finished bachelor and was able to enter masters. Did first year of classes easy peasy. I'm currently on second year of masters and writing my dissertation ♡ never give up. And remember we are all different

[@debate8079]

What do you mean with don’t don’t mix it with other foods?

[@royalindication]

@@debate8079 it means I take it in the morning with water and that's it. Not with coffee fruits and other meds in the mix

[@debate8079]

@@royalindication ok do you eat before or after?

[@royalindication]

@@debate8079 after

[@namanrawal5849]

I think you can take it just fine with other foods. Don’t take it with grapefruit because that will increase the bioavailability of it in your body beyond the intended levels.

[@gloriakurkowski101]

After 28 years of misdiagnosis, every pharmaceutical known to these so called "experts", not one thought of ADHD. If you were unlucky to live in the 60's, you got physically and verbally abused for being the symptoms of something that was termed, "retarded". What a life! Blessed and strong enough to fight back and become an EMT and Nurse.

[@brooksproductions9573]

I'm really sorry that this happened to you. People just referred to me as a spazz because I was erratic and couldn't focus. It is like having a super power. I can focus on my grad school work and my job no longer is unbearable stress wise.

[@nel3624]

I was born in the late 90's and had the same experience as you because I was raised in a 3rd world country where no one knew about adhd

[@tander101]

​@Guy Whose opinions will offend you You should. Setup a good strategy for your little one. Raise them how you wanted to be. They'll love you forever. :)

[@pearlh1051]

@Guy Whose opinions will offend you but you will be an amazing parent knowing all you do now! Please don’t make a decision not to experience parenthood and being a grandparent one day based off suffering. There is so much good too.

[@ildaphonse]

Hey, same situation here, i've been trying to get a diagnosis for 6-8 years. I failed through college (though somehow managed to graduate). Thankfully I got a prescription for concerta last week. Instantly i am able to write cover letters for job applications. Thank god. And good luck with your journey.

[@chanelschannel4705]

I’m always so impressed how clean cut , consistent and accurate all your information is - no doubt!

[@bryanspicer90]

Wells he’s on meds that facilitate such delivery so it should be expected.

[@chanelschannel4705]

@@bryanspicer90 no sh*t. Like I didn’t know that.

[@bryanspicer90]

@@chanelschannel4705 well you acted so impressed like you didn’t.

[@chanelschannel4705]

@@bryanspicer90 you don’t make any sense to k or what you’re trying to write. Bless your heart.

[@janewhitzend688]

I just got diagnosed at the grand old age of 54.

[@albertosousatenor]

Welcome : )

[@ohhhnooooo446]

20 for me

[@samannthaswtnss9397]

Yeah I’m 30. Explains so much in my life it scared the shit out of me.

[@aussiejubes]

41 here!

[@trustenbaker8766]

@@aussiejubes How did you got about getting prescribed it? I've been on Tramadol.

[@gloomv27]

I’m starting concerta tomorrow and this really helped! Thank you!

[@peterk3759]

Sydney Elwick me too. Ive been through hell and now i am finally saved

[@connormaher4274]

Sydney Elwick yo watch out I am on 55 mg right now I have been for years but my vision is so fucking blurry, apparently this is a common side affect

[@nocturnal5123]

Quick tip. Finding your right dosage can take some time. Mine is 27mg for example. If i get more or less i can't get the benefits. At 36mg my brain stops working😂 and i feel very nervous. At 18mg it feels like caffeine, motivated but not effective at all. I used to take 36 mg without any problem in past btw but suddenly my tolerance decreased for some reason.

[@gloomv27]

@@nocturnal5123 I took 18mg in the start but I didn't feel like it was working, I'm on 27mg now, but at night I feel extremely irritable to the tiniest things, so I think I might go back to 18mg. Thank you for the tip, it really helped!

[@profmaiaraavanci]

Dou you feel anxiety after the effects done?

[@jordanzish]

Thanks for the info. I never really thought ADHD was my issue until I came across the inattentive subtype and read the symptoms, and I just had that "isn't that just how humans work?" sort of reaction. Now I'm just waiting for my appointment and really hoping it works out.

[@EzraSprouts]

Same! Hope your appointment happens asap. Tbh the assessment is usually much less of a hurdle than getting a referral in the first place

[@jordanzish]

@@EzraSprouts Unfortunately I've been told it's about a 3 to 4 month wait but I think it's already been about a month. Just crossing my fingers that I find something that works for me once it happens.

[@unapologeticallyamy9031]

@@jordanzish How are you doing?

[@vazzaroth]

I've been figuring out my med situation since diagnoses last year at 30. I agree w/ this video. Concerta/Ritalin makes me feel like it's oil and a jumpstart. Adderall feels like nitroboost but has a bigger drop off that makes me more emotionally unstable. Concerta is more like drinking a cup of coffee every 2 hours, lol.

[@aideefinnstone7996]

I'm a mental health nurse who has just got a ADD diagnosis and I found this video really helpful for me! I think just hearing somone who has first hand experience of taking a drug is far more reassuring than anything I already knew about adhd and methylphenidate, thank you for the video!

[@AForEh]

Do you recommend vyvanse or concerta

[@aideefinnstone7996]

@@AForEh personally for me concerta is better, but everyones different, try them and figure out which is best for you!

[@morterround8189]

I just found your channel after deciding after years of trying to be off my meds in my late teens to mid twenties that i need something. It is really good to hear that confidence can be gained back about being able to achieve. Seriously grateful for your channel. Being diagnosed as a child and not feeling “normal” made me naturally opposed to taking meds for fear of being looked at different. I have accepted that it is okay to take it and i am glad to have found a channel where it is “normal” to deal with this

[@adamtichy8008]

The coin has two sides. My mother never trusted doctors and always told me that im just a normal boy. I struggled with adhd my whole childhood and couldn't even finish high school. As a result, i felt like im just a worthless piece of shit who can't do what a normal boy should be able to. I would be so grateful if i got diagnosed as a kid. There is this statistic that says when adhd is diagnosed and treated early, only 1/3 of the kids carry it into adulthood. Once you have it as an adult, there is no actual treatment. All you can do is lessen the symptoms.

[@stacym88]

I felt the same as you. I felt normal in some ways but not in others. When they put me in the special needs class that's when i really felt "different". I got off of Adderall when I was 18 but I'm now seeing more symptoms than ever at 34. I've just gotten back on something and so far so good. I'm glad that you are receiving help!

[@michaelpond813]

I was diagnosed at 70 yrs and what a difference. My entire life has improved. I also suffered from chronic fatigue symptom most of my life. No doctors would prescribe anything until I found a great doctor who knew his business.

[@dmaraj007]

Did it help with fatigue?

[@kokoriko-g8y]

What medication did you receive please?

[@Burhan-c7z]

at 70 i wouldnt bother at all

[@akamiguelsanchez9985]

Got my diagnosis earlier this week and my psychologist said she wanted to start me on Concerta. Really excited to getting started with it

[@styrofoamx229]

I just did my evaluation last week. I really do hope I get prescribed meds. That would be the best thing to happen to me now

[@jami2580]

@@styrofoamx229 did u get them🤞

[@styrofoamx229]

@@jami2580 yes I did, today was my first day on it. Let’s see how it goes

[@h9comps943]

@@styrofoamx229 how is it going

[@LareinaP]

@@styrofoamx229 how's it going on Concerta now?

[@fernandosanchezrodriguez3591]

I hope someone read this. I started taking concerta 3 years ago. Started with 18mg, then 36, then 54 but the anxiety was too much. I went back to 36 and I have been like this for maybe 2 years. It worked incredibly well. I am able to do things I wasnt able for all my life but normal people were able to do. I kinda learned how to live with this condition so when I started taking concerta I had both tools: the knowhow and the help from the medicine. All my life changed and I am really happy with al that I achieved. Now I am a little concerned because my doctor (a new one) wants to change to strattera to try to low my anxiety. I don’t know if this will jeopardize my performance in all my activities. Any thoughts?

[@adamtichy8008]

Hey, i will get my first stimulant prescription in about a month. I was on Strattera for 2 years, and i can't say it helped me all that much. When i started taking it i felt slightly increased focus (which is the main symptom of adhd i struggle with). After a couple of months, i couldn't feel any benefits and the only thing it was doing was making me tired. I stopped taking it for a month and then started again, but now the tiredness was to such an extreme level that i just couldn't take it. Im writing this to tell you that i feel like i wasted years by taking strattera, but i personally know people who benefited from it immensely. I would say that IF Strattera works for you, you should take it rather than stimulants, because it isnt as intrusive as stimulants. Give it a shot and see how it goes, you can always go back.

[@fernandosanchezrodriguez3591]

@@adamtichy8008 I think you are right. I have to give it a try... and after all, the decision is made by the doctor. Thank you very much for your reply!!!!

[@jhmmgf4236]

Dont you feel like crap from all this stimulation from concerta?Do you take breaks? Definitely dont take strattera it js awful and very expensive drug.

[@fernandosanchezrodriguez3591]

@@jhmmgf4236 not really. I think I’m used to it. But I never felt like crap. It gave me more confidence and helped me a lot to be a functional person

[@mannuwahal4791]

Straterra is mild. If you have Concerta working for you, you should make peace with the side effects. These medications can be very helpful in leveraging your career which people like us really suffer with.

[@SebMaynard]

Thank you so much, lots of helpful stuff, just picked up my first prescription! (diagnosed at age 38 😁)

[@ruipedroleite]

Today is my first day on concerta 18mg. For the first time in my life I could watch a 50 minute series episode without touching my phone, usually I would pick it up every 2 minutes, lol. Seems amazing, but I'm still a little shaken, everything feels so different (in a good way).

[@harrisondaniel5907]

I start mine on Thursday! Really anxious to see what it will make me feel like , I’m glad you are talking to it well …. Wish me luck

[@ruipedroleite]

@@harrisondaniel5907 good luck mate! Third day here and feeling great.

[@Jules317]

Hey, could you give me an update on how you're finding concerta 3 months later?

[@ruipedroleite]

@@Jules317hey Jules. The first month was great but also different/awkward. After that first month my psychiatrist decided to raise the dose to 36mg. Took another month to stabilize and get used to it. At the moment is one of the best things that happened in my life. I take it during the week and stop at weekends and holidays. I'm a lawyer and I'm waaaaay more productive at my work, my house it's absurdly more organized, I started doing exercise, my wife tells that I'm more motivated, confident and proactive, I absolutely agree with her.

[@FlickSh0tt]

I’m on day 2 now of 18mg. I haven’t felt a thing yet tbh. I haven’t noticed any change. Did you notice a lot of changes right away after your very first dose of the 18mg?

[@aishaa.majeed2232]

The irony of me Googling at 2:30 am bcz it wont let me sleep

[@ErikAdalbertvanNagel]

damn right

[@Thebaron8t1]

3.55 am 😏

[@Humbledone.]

Melatonin ❤

[@ADHDPatrick]

Great video man, I actually had 2 year anniversary in early of July since of getting diagnosed and starting Concerta treatment :)

[@kh2716]

How is it going? I was diagnosed (assessed) a couple of weeks ago, I am due to start in the next couple of weeks!

[@ZingerGlobe]

It’s still meth

[@orange_peel]

I just got diagnosed at the age of 23... not yet on meds, but I am so happy, waiting for my life to change 😁

[@Tiffanylouisekelly]

Are you on meds now? ❤

[@orange_peel]

​@@Tiffanylouisekelly Hi ! I'm on Ritalin, it literally saved my life. Socially, psychologically. It gave me my agency back and I have a clear mind now. Additionally to my ADHD I got diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia recently, so it is a necessary medication for me, for life. I'm so grateful for it. I'm focused on my studies and I enjoy simple daily activities, without being totally pissed off or falling asleep. If you have a chance to try it, I do recommend. It's the best medication I've ever had !

[@SPahina]

Get my rx tomorrow. I’m 63. Living with inattentive ADHD for years has been a nightmare and FINALLY someone has listens to me after all these years and I’m going to try this medication. I’m not thrilled but Strattera didn’t work or other meds. We shall see Fingers crossed and lots of prayers

[@mariamtee]

Lots of prayers and positive energy your way.

[@mikecook4025]

I was diagnosed when I was 53 , so my whole life has been a constant struggle and battle, couldn't focus . I'm 56 now and was just prescribed Concerta 36 millagrams pills so I hope these meds do the trick.

[@dslime8095]

They work for me do you have an update on this

[@myperfectautism8838]

I use 72mg Concerta

[@MochaRose990]

@@myperfectautism8838 how long have you been on concerta and which other stimulants have you tried? also, how'd you get approved for 72mg when the max is usually 54mgs?

[@jax3695]

@@MochaRose990 different countries have different maxes on the amount you can take

[@evanvelez2760]

Do you have an update?

[@woolfy02]

A long time ago around when I was 10, I was tested for ADHD and came up with supposedly not having it. Just started Ritalin 40 years later, and I can say that I focus a lot more on it. My mind isn't bouncing from one thing to another as much! Makes me truly wonder if had Id started early, how things would have been. Anyways, I'm glad I found something that worked for me. Hoping to start Concerta and see if it works the same. Thanks

[@namanrawal5849]

I had a similar experience. I had it as a kid and seemed to have grown out of it as an adult, except I didn’t actually grow out of it. The testing was just inaccurate, time-consuming, and financially draining. In the end they were all wrong and I did have ADHD. The meds and results don’t lie.

[@woolfy02]

@@namanrawal5849 I hope you are feeling a lot better now. It's nice to finally have a proper diagnosis.

[@Issac_The_Last_N7]

I was born in 1989 and i was first diagnosed at 6 years old. Back then it was a myth in mainstream medical science. Anyways, i experienced alot of different drugs during that time and it seemed to help but when i went to Highschool i was off medication. Was that a good decision? Hard to say, anyways, im 33 now and im back on medication and Concerta is definitely helping. Just understand, no drug in the world can fix ADHD fully but also know, i understand the pain and i love you all. Im learning how to drive and quit smoking now. Definitely trying to make positive changes and know you're not alone ❤

[@JB-qt3wo]

Good for you man, i’m 33 too and my mom took me to the doc when I was around 12-13 and we tried focalin and concerta. At the time I was such a sensitive kid I couldn’t tolerate it so I never stuck with the medication…I do regret that I didn’t try a little harder to address my ADD but I just didn’t understand or accept what was going on with my brain. I just started taking Ritalin IR 20MG 2X day and it’s already helping me. I’ll probably try concerta again next..or ritalin LA.

[@Burhan-c7z]

i am also born in 1989

[@Tofuey]

Concerta works amazingly for my symptoms but it gives me really bad anger issues. Pretty much all ADHD meds give me really bad moods.

[@pieceluvinharmiee]

Your mood seems to have shifted! I hope you're feeling much better after the last year! It is always hardest to see our growth from where we stand. I am excited for you and your journey and your feelings of achievement. Do you chart or journal your moods? I downloaded your checklist and it was very to the point and informative. Also it was in the form of an outline which is a great pro tip!!

[@christinabishara2138]

I never comment because people usually say what I'm thinking in the comments but this time, nobody has. I was wondering if anyone felt the same way I did but so far, I haven't come across anyone. I'm 17 years old and have been diagnosed with ADHD since i was in 1st grade, i was roughly about 6-7 years old. Ever since i was diagnosed, I've been taking concerta, everyday. My doctor didn't monitor me well enough so in my first year of high school, my dose was too high and I didn't realize it until the damage was done. When you take too much of this stimulant, your brain is functioning a mile a minute, or at least that's how I felt. This medication increases anxiety. Of course if anxiety isn't hereditary or you're just not an anxious person, you might not need to worry but for people who are naturally stressed like me, it'll either help you center your thoughts or make them go all over the place. Of course i might not be the best reference since i haven't had a break since i started but i know what are the most common symptoms that i get: my heart rate quickens easily, it makes me VERY sensitive to sound, it changes your mood (for people with ADHD, it's supposedly a good thing because it helps us get ahold of ourselves), you're more productive because you can focus better, you have a loss of appetite. I am probably being a little negative but at the same time, I’m living through the struggle of having to deal with these side effects on a daily basis. One thing I would recommend is taking breaks. Do not become dependent on this. Know who you are without the medication before you get to know who you are with it.

[@isaacnorgren652]

Hello, this is an interesting situation you are in. I got put in concerta about 6-7 years ago and I’m 22 now, but I don’t have ADHD or ADD. I was put on it because of something called Rapid limb movement.. basically my legs twitch when I’m asleep. Anyway, your comment is interesting because I am a pretty anxious and stressed out person but I only say that because that’s kind of how I’ve always been… but I am starting to wonder if the concerta is partial or maybe much to blame. I may try slowly going off of it and then staying off of it and carefully documenting changes.

[@tiberius5245]

Thank you for this. I have Aspergers syndrome and ADHD so I think I will try this.

[@edonbytyqi3157]

Got diagnosed with the two of them today how did u find it

[@Sam_A_]

I was diagnosed 7-8 months ago, and started the meds 6 weeks ago. I go up to 54mg from tomorrow. I really appreciate you posting this, it really helps. I’ll have to watch more of your videos ♥️😎

[@Octavio12341000]

How are you doing?

[@Sam_A_]

@@Octavio12341000 I'm doing okay on in, thank you. I've been passed over to my Dr to prescribe. It was amazing at first but as I've become used to it t's worn off quite a bit but still is a lot better than I was without.

[@khaledalhodayan4312]

@@Sam_A_ did still working now ?

[@Sam_A_]

@@khaledalhodayan4312 I went back for my yearly check a couple of months ago and said I felt most of the effects had worn off , so they added 18mg to my does, talking me up to 72mg a day. It's better, I feel the effects more, still not as much as I first ever started, but it is better :)

[@malonielangthorne2848]

54 so soon? No judgement but I was on Concerta for 5 years before I got up that high. It was too much and I’ve had to maintain at 36 because there was no way I could I sleep or eat. I’m so happy it works and I suggest a reset by skipping weekends and taking a week or so break every two months ❤ good luck with everything

[@theangusschmaloer]

I like how u inform us, ever your opinion are educatied/formally explain. Thnxx this vid helped me a lot, starting to think about trying meds

[@Frictionfriction]

Currently on inspiral, another form of methylphenidate, 10mg slow release and regular, 2 a day and it makes my anxiety and nausea SO BAD. Slow release is a little better but I think my dosage need to be reduced. I'm 18 and got diagnosed half a year ago. Just wanted to understand how this works so I'm surfing KZbin right now. Thank you so much for this video, really helped :) have a great day ahead ❤️

[@Frictionfriction]

Needs*

[@elenasavva1]

I had so many business ideas I never executed, 3 master's degrees that despite my amazing grades (last minute essays) I never managed to finish my thesis and get my degree. First one flew off and lost my money too, second one took me 5 years to finally hand in my thesis and graduate and I'm now on the 3rd one and just got diagnosed with ADHD. I wake up and start studying. And writing. All my life (I'm 36) I've been called messy and lazy. And irresponsible.and willingly forgetful. And a bunch of not cool stuff. By literally everyone. Including my family and friends even now that I'm diagnosed say that I needed an excuse to just being irresponsible and lazy. Even though my space is finally clean and. Tidy. I arrive on time when I'm invited somewhere, I wake up and I feel like I thrive. How can people still say I was just being lazy?

[@elenasavva1]

Oh and despite being "lazy" all these years I would always be skating, dancing, hiking, surfing, or you know... Stuff for non lazy people

[@namanrawal5849]

Same life story here 🤚

[@elenasavva1]

@@namanrawal5849 it’s just sad to be surrounded by non supportive people

[@alextoally9213]

I just got diagnosed and this is first line.I wanted to try an amphetamine salts but this video has put me at ease.

[@gustavmeyer8182]

I've used it for 9 years now im currently on 54mg but like you said anxiety somedays are overwhelming But it doesn't happen that often. Overall i have to say conserta works wonders

[@elizabethmarshall3171]

its so crazy how different medication works for different people. I was on concerta for only a week before I made an appointment to get off of it. It made me severely depressed and more anxious than I already was. I cried everyday and I just knew it wasn't for me. vyvanse is what works for me though.

[@sarahla2337]

how many mg do you take vyvance

[@elizabethmarshall3171]

@@sarahla2337 30mg

[@MochaRose990]

focalin had the same effect on me that concerta had on you!! I was crying every single day out of no where and started to have suicidal thoughts.. glad i'm off. I'm now on Concerta and haven't experienced that yet. I was worried that I was too sensitive to stimulants being that adderall made me jittery, caffeine makes me very jittery and anxious, and then the experience with focalin. hoping that that's not the case. How's Vyvanse been? I really want to try it but my insurance would charge me a $300 copay.

[@Winterrberry]

@@MochaRose990 Recently diagnosed. Vyvanse started at 30mg, it wore off quickly for me. Went up to 40mg and it's stronger and still wears off like afternoon for me but I have had really bad anxiety and the mornings I am ok then the rest of the day I am so irritated and angry. I'm trying Concerta tomorrow. Hope this helps a little. My sleep has been normal when taking vyvanse.

[@laubowiebass]

@@Winterrberry how is concerta for you ? I loved Vyvanse until it wasn’t consistently helping me . It still did more yesterday at 30 mg than today’s first day on 18mg of concerta . It’s just chest tightness and not much more , feeling tired .

[@joshuaadesida]

I got diagnosed 2 months ago (19), starting my on 18mg tomorrow, little nervous, but I’m excited

[@mariacarmona4508]

I’ve just got diagnosed too! (20) how has your experience been so far?

[@nbveneno9452]

@@mariacarmona4508 How was yours?

[@Jaeykob]

How was your experience??

[@zan4984]

why do you motherfuckers comment something like that and just fcking dissapear? fcking hobos

[@momoch.3455]

I just got prescribed this medication this morning, I’m looking forward to seeing how this will (hopefully) help!

[@tealeafz6296]

This drug has blessed my life I have the exact same feelings you do it was really hard to find someone that has had the same experience as me. I 'm so glad that it has helped you as much as me

[@tealeafz6296]

I actually have ADD btw I'm not HyperActive this really helps me focus and make me way more ambitious i don't think i could get up and go to work and support my fam if i didn't have this

[@DannyJaraMusic]

Hey man I’m about to start on medication myself I wanted to know if to this day you still feel more of the positive rather than the negative effects from the meds. Greetings from Colombia.

[@davidharvey8812]

You lucky man ! I’m still fighting to get this prescribed by my doctor

[@simplyserena7962]

Aww hope u get it 🤦🏽‍♀️I kept telling I had it for 2 yrs as well

[@tommyshelby9414]

Ten years on 2 x 36 mg daily. It works for me, sometime I have bad comedown but if I avoid caffeine, drink lot of water and have at least one solid meal through the day comedowns are a lot tolerable.

[@guangyang282]

you have twitter? I have some question about concerta to ask for you ,thanks

[@xersonej7496]

Great content! I was diagnosed a couple of months ago and was started on Strattera. I too have primarily inattentive type and your experiences really resonate with me. Medication has been a game changer for me, I can get my work done on time and am not irritable with my wife. Thanks for sharing all this great info!

[@JerrySidhu]

Hi there. Can tell how the experience has been after 3 years. Are you still on it?

[@Alex-k8r2c]

@@JerrySidhu Hi Jerry, unfortunately Strattera was causing a lot of nausea for me after several months so my psych switched me Effexor xr. Effexor has been great all the same benefits with no nausea and I have been on it for over 2 years now. I also was prescribed methylphenidate osm er around the same time that I switched because I was still having moderate focus issues. This combo has me able to function at a very high level at work and in my home life. I couldn’t access my original account from the post because I hadn’t used it for some time. -xersonej

[@EDHann]

I’ve been on Ritalin SR for 3 years now going from 20 mg to 60mg per day, I only got switched to concerta today, ritalin kicks in almost instantly and the buzz starts around 40 minutes after taking it, these kick in a lot slower and come in waves

[@harmtimmerman9309]

Will be good to drink ALCAR with Ritalin. ALCAR help your body to make dopamine and ritalin use dopsmine

[@shadowop-bgmi2202]

Why Do We Need Increase Dose ? Can It Work on 10 Mg always

[@patrickbritten9304]

@@shadowop-bgmi2202 depends on the person

[@CPeetG]

You get a buzz?

[@gloriousforever3451]

@@CPeetG he probably means the comeup

[@sonsa505]

This is my first day taking Concentra I fell asleep within 2 hours of taking it. I asked the pharmacist about that happening. Apparently I'm part of the less than 1% that happens to. I feel off for sure. Fighting to stay awake.

[@laubowiebass]

I fell asleep too. What did you do afterwards ? Did it get better ?

[@MrSML51]

Your page has been such a support! I’ve just been diagnosed at 35 and you’re basically my best friend at this moment haha 🙌🙌

[@finimusmaximus300]

Just been prescribed this, hopefully I have the same results as you! Thanks for such a great video :-)

[@MartianTom]

I haven't been diagnosed with ADHD, but I have been diagnosed with ASC. I'm convinced I have co-morbid ADHD, and I'm going to ask my GP for both a referral for diagnosis AND a script for Concerta. I have an Aspie friend who swears by it. I've had difficulties with concentration, low boredom threshold and procrastination throughout my life. I'm a writer, and the internet has proven to be both a blessing and a curse for me. It's constantly there to distract me. I'm even thinking of shelling out for a stand-alone electronic typewriter, so that I no longer have any connection between word-processing and internet via my PC! If I have a deadline, such as with a competition, then I can usually get the task done. Otherwise, never!

[@Proutprutproutprout]

What type of electronic typewriter are you thinking about? I was thinking about a handheld device for transportations/commuting.

[@pinetree7296]

ive been diagnosed with ADHD as an adult pretty recently it was long time overdue always new something was ''off' with me but never understood what it was went to the doctors for something else and long story short i ended up seeing a psychologist witch ended up with me being sent to psych ward for and investigation. Im waiting for my prescription now and i cant wait i really hope this helps wit everyday tasks and work.

[@pinetree7296]

Follow up got my medication Methylphenidate Extended Release (concerta off brand) and life quality has improved massively what i have noticed the most was the internal calmness has improved dramatically i don't freak out and go 0 to 60 in an instant i have better impulse control i can follow conversations easier it's like i actually have a voice of reason now. If you are unsure as an adult take the leap and get yourself checked out it's a process but it's just a blip in your life you also deserve life quality you are worth it!

[@samzeitlin1090]

Luckily I’m a very social person and thus it hasn’t affected me in that aspect, but the side effects hit me really hard personally no matter the dose, even if I was on 18 mg for a couple of weeks I would have emotional rollercoasters, highest anxiety and stress I have ever experienced etc. On the other hand it is very efficient to do what it’s supposed to do, which obliges to make the decision between being a functional human being in society or working twice as hard for the same result

[@mrpoopybutthole9313]

If I was already an anxious person, how does that work?

[@samzeitlin1090]

@@mrpoopybutthole9313 I mean I’m not a doctor but I would think that it would make it worse

[@namanrawal5849]

That means you need to switch

[@madgaming810]

GPs have told me it seems like I have adhd but can't diagnose me and I need to see a specialist my parents can't be bothered and have no time to do so. My supposed ADHD is the reason I got kicked out of school. So I took matters in my own hands today and took a concerta pill alza 27mg that my friend takes yes Ik I shouldn't take meds that are not prescribed to be but it had to be done. I noticed I had much more motivation to learn today at college and I felt My eyes didn't wander off the teacher and board I'm going to continue doing ANYONE READING THIS PLEASE DON'T DO WHAT IM DOING IM DOING THIS OUT OF MY OWN RISK my parents are fully aware I'm taking these meds and are controlling me to see if adhd has been the problem in my life

[@MochaRose990]

how's things been? have you been diagnosed with adhd? taking any stimulants?

[@guadalupeaguirre911]

I just got diagnosed at 25. Last 2 weeks of school semester 10 essays behind.

[@nate2838]

My psychiatrist made a point of discussing fast acting, extended release ~8hrs , and concerta being longer. To my very new to the topic perspective, it seems like if you are regularly having trouble sleeping, it might be good to explore an ~8hr version.

[@NeonEnigmaJC]

Today, I finally got the diagnosis of both adhd and asperger. (Just turned 28 for a week ago). The process took about 14 months. They prescribed concerta and I will, within the next couple of weeks, going to get the end results. Wish me luck EDIT: (18 mg) I started with 18mg/day and it worked well for the first 3 days. I could concentrate on my daily tasks with no problem but the effect dropped significanly after 3rd day. I don't get the same effect anymore. I don't experience any side-effects. EDIT 2: (36 mg) I feel so energetic and can sort my tasks so well. My concentration is good but I experience foot drop. My left foot and left side of left leg is numbed and I've very limited control over my left foot when walking or sitting. The medication must have caused nerve damage. EDIT 3: (54 mg) The feeling is very mixed. I feel good but at the same time, sad, angry and emotionally distressed. Especially the first 3 days with 54mg was disappointing for me. It feels like 54 is too much for me. EDIT 4: (36 mg) I requested my doctor to go back to 36 mg because I felt that my exact dose is at 36 mg. Now, I'm always taking 36 mg. My left foot is recovering but still have signs of numbness. EDIT 5: (36 mg) ​I feel that if I am nervous/anxious for a couple of hours, my numbness slightly strikes back. In my case, nervosity and stress are also triggering factors. I even get herpes outbreak on my lips every so often (once in a 2 weeks iteration) which I never did before (prior taking concerta, it was maybe once in every 6 months) Update August of 2022: The negative effects are that on top of the medicine, you also need lots of coffee. The medicine, as I've experienced, does not provide the beneficiary focus and attention boost. I, also, observed that coffee, for good reasons, provides more focus and energy than the medicine itself. This personal thesis was achieved within one year of close inspection of my physical and psychological health during a personal diet. To prove that the coffee actually surpasses Concerta in terms of focus, attention and overall performance, I changed the diet with 1 month of pause in between. E.g., 1st month medication only, 2nd month neither coffee nor medicine. 3th month with coffe only, 4th month nothing, 5th month medication, 6th month nothing, 7th month coffee, 8th month nothing, and 9th, 10th 11th and 12th months with both. The results were exactly as I've suspected. Coffee works a lot better in overall performance. Concerta works extremely less. This is indeed my experience and should not be taken as reference. This is just how my body reacts to different chemicals.

[@AatuB]

Im 15 and it took 2 years of research on me to get the diagnose. Here in finland they dont give diagnoses easily to avoid misuse. They tested asperger, deppresion, phsychosis, schitzofrenia and basicly everything possible

[@scottlambert3104]

@Co G. Can you give an update on how you are feeling now on 36mg a day? I am on 18mg it worked really well for me in the first few weeks but not very good now so i was wandering if i should up the dose.

[@NeonEnigmaJC]

@@scottlambert3104 Updated

[@robertsrichards7227]

@Co G *Adderall*, yes now available in the UK and Europe. Contact [phone] to buy

[@isaacleedrums]

Thanks for all the updates. Has the neuropathy improved for you?

[@batoubatouivich6203]

Cheers mate, appreciate the video. My experience has been pretty similar, but it's good to hear someone talking through the ups and downs.

[@SSJfraz]

Do you ever experience any major heart palpitations on Concerta? Reason I ask is that i'm going to try and get a diagnosis at some point and see if I can try some of this out. But i'm concerned about the effect it will have on my heart and blood pressure, as Caffeine on it's own usually gives me bad palpitations. Cheers in advance!

[@destiny9734]

Same coffee worsens my social anxiety too. It’s a shame because I enjoy a morning coffee. I was diagnosed ADD late 20’s. I didn’t give concerta enough of a chance but I’m thinking of trying it again. Also my son wants to start meds again. I think we might try together and keep a diary of our moods etc. good luck with finding the right medication

[@namanrawal5849]

I haven’t noticed a difference in my heart functioning on Concerta. I did notice it on Focalin though.

[@SoulGlowHealing]

Thank you for an honest and informative review. I have been very on the fence about trying stimulants for my ADD and coming across your video has been helpful in making my decision to try it out.

[@lalycassie]

I have ADHD with all 5 side symptomes! My babes are 36mg since 5 months, I know we shouldn't say that but I need them! Yesterday I wasn't on cincerta and I forgot that multiple times of the day, but was remembering so lot in the day because of this situations which happened to me. I was just a big mess , I didnt get anything done! Today is because of that such a great day because I appreciate it more! Its so great without this brain fail

[@stace1967]

recently dx adhd and newly medicated. Started with Strattera. Now taking Concerta 18mg. It works very well for me. Loads of motivation. removes my cognitive blocks, my creativity is flowing. no more decision paralysis. Boosts my confidence. Lots of benefits here. The best part is no side effects. I may need an increase but staying put on this dose for now.

[@Stoitism]

Thank you for this. I just got diagnosed at 41 years old and i'll be trying concerta xr 18mg for the first time this weekend. I'm a bit on the fence about meds but I have to try and see for myself what the effects are. Hope you're well mate and keep up the good work.

[@Stoitism]

@@GrimGrumBalls Methylphenidate fucked my head up quite a lot and was entirely unsuitable. Im 2 months on Elvanse, and it's a lot better than Methylphenidate but its not perfect and has some side effects like bad acid reflux, poor sleep quality, bad "come down" etc. Going to try dexedrine next and see how that goes. I'm also being assessed for autism so that could be why the meds aren't working as well as I had hoped 😅

[@rodredfern9062]

Diagnosed at 78...

[@soggyoreo9130]

Ive been diagnosed with adhd (attentive non-hyper) for a few months now. Been on concerta for about a month now. (Im 14) Also yea, i have a relatively garbage sleep schedule. I have a problem where I take my medicine around 2-3 because that’s around when I wake up. Everything you’ve mentioned in this video is 100% equivalent to mine. I fortunately don’t have any issues with any side effects. Enjoyed the video mate, I’m currently on 56 mg.

[@zenitsuagatsuma9185]

Omg same

[@emilygreen9132]

did it affect ur hunger at all?

[@quinceelee7019]

I've been on Concerta then switched to Medikinet. It definately helped me with short term memory, energy level and focus. And my coffee intake decreased as you can imagine LOL

[@robertsrichards7227]

*Adderall*, yes now available in the UK and Europe. Contact [phone] to buy

[@scottlambert3104]

Why did you switch from concerta to Medikinet?

[@starshaper8282]

Hi it's been a while but i got diagnosed with ADHD today and my Doctor put me on Medikinet retard 30mg i couldn't feel anything rather than having an unbearable headache and dry mouth is this a symptom that i don't actually have ADHD? Should i talk with my Doctor to switch? Should i just keep it using till i get it's maximum effects?

[@dangoay6736]

@@starshaper8282 having a side effect doesn't mean you have it or not

[@starshaper8282]

@@dangoay6736 yeah man thanks i adjusted my dosage to 20 it's better now

[@cookietoffeicecream]

Getting the cogs going is such a good way of explaining it

[@dobie9792]

Just got diagnosed with concerta and starting at 27. Thanks for the info

[@hatiroth7919]

Same, started on 27. I haven't really noticed much of an effect

[@Aziz.A]

You really don't need it if you're out of school, You're just "killing yourself"

[@jeremybamgbade]

@@Aziz.A Whats the difference between using it for school and using it for office work ? You are fucking stupid. If someone stays in school the rest of their life (bachelor degree, a couple masters degrees, a few PHDS) then by your logic taking it an extended amount of time wouldn’t be a bad thing. I guess the drug itself only chooses to kill you if you use it for purposes other than studying?!?! Please shut up and stop giving advice.

[@leanmusclex3870]

Thanks very much I wasent gonna comment but I’m happy to say you really helped me man I kept going on and off concerta I thought I didn’t need medication but I actually do

[@AfkAliaga]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[@socialworkgroupa5256]

Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!

[@Somusicais]

Yes, dr.porass. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@ChristianMaxwell-sz6bf]

I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.

[@socialworkgroupa5256]

Is he on instagram?

[@Somusicais]

Yes, he is dr.porass.

[@vinniepaz6307]

THANK YOU FROM SPAIN!

[@elijahdonahue4704]

When I had a testicular surgery my mom accidentally swapped the doses on my adhd and antidepressants and as you csn imagine with concerta I was up for 72 hours after that

[@aussiejubes]

Oh god. I bet you wanted to sleep through the recovery as much as possible too!

[@mikka9368]

Jesus

[@wilito4819]

So take away your sleep?

[@zrzrzrzrz]

lmao

[@Buhofree]

I been strugling with severe depression and insomnia after take concerta, take this advice , start small always.

[@rabeechowdhury]

Concerta makes me feel depressed. I feel like its better to channel your hyperactivity into your work. It makes me feel anti social.

[@justink6078]

I feel the same way, but I think it’s because I become super anxious and insecure about people’s opinions of me, mainly if I’m annoying bc I have a lot of experience with people not liking me bc I’ve been annoying/talking too much. But sometimes I think it’s my anxiety about school and not wanting to mess anything up which makes me focus on listening to my professor/completing work instead of my other surroundings.

[@TigaToonsELTiagor]

Finally someone! IDK WHAT TO DO AND NOBODY REALLY UNDERSTANDS MY SITUATION!

[@idevelopme3637]

get diff medication..eg amoxetine

[@JayJay-ec1yk]

He has inattentive type without the hyperactive component

[@iamthechosenone10]

Ya concerta for me is horrible, I switched back to vyvanse. For me vyvanse is wayy better but everyone is different

[@lisawinesburgh8816]

It works well for me. It sounds as if you were taking to high a dosage. It's the best stimulant I have been on

[@ADHDMastery]

Nope, low dose

[@ziggylaurie2268]

Problem with Concerta is the withdrawal. It’s hell on earth when you crash....I’m bawling and screaming at everyone

[@lydiawiseman9302]

Maybe your on too high of a dose if your mood swing are that bad, you could ask your doctor for a lower dose

[@ziggylaurie2268]

@@lydiawiseman9302 yes, I’ll call

[@izzie481]

yes its so bad vyvense seems to me more subtle at that

[@vaykoden793]

I just started taking it and I don't crash when it wears off, I just get adhd symptoms back.

[@adammbrooks]

This has been invaluable! Thank you from a fellow Welshman!

[@ADHDMastery]

Diolch! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@chrisvasey4032]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKmomWlvlMRledk stop taking concerta, heres why

[@FranticWildcatPaws]

I'm 26 year old male. I'm taking concerta 36mg for 2 months now. I see no positive effects on my job - I work as a warehouse worker and the amount of mistakes I make is just shameful. Basically everyday I hear from my boss "you've made a mistake yesterday" or " you should keep yourself together" and it's incredibly painful. I've tried to count the things that I put on the pallet twice, sometimes even three times, but at the end, there are always mistakes. I think about quitting my job even though I've got no alternative - I want to quit just to save my dignity. I feel like loosing the war against ADHD. The only positive thing about taking the Concerta is, that I'm full of energy and aware of surroundings, I don't zone out so easily, but in the end, it doesn't make any difference - I'm constantly thinking about choosing the different career. But what's the correct job for me, when I cannot do even simplest tasks correctly? This thought prevents me from making any change in my life. I don't know what to do. ADHD (ADD in my case) sucks.

[@raleighmason7211]

Maybe you need to up the dose 54mg. Took me 3 different times to find my sweet spot and 54mg was perfect for me

[@maxres8179]

I feel you.

[@___jadeeee]

Therapy might help build that confidence. Trust in yourself. You are capable and competent.

[@jasonm9825]

Did you quit the job? How have you been going?

[@namanrawal5849]

Maybe also your boss is an asshole? lol You may want to be transparent with your boss so you can avoid this cycle of shame. You’re not inadequate - it’s just your condition making things more difficult for you. ❤

[@lizcaddy6316]

This is so helpful thank you

[@itgw4658]

IM TAKING 72 MG A Day and i still dont feel anything all of you are talking about 😩

[@itgw4658]

@Jo Ski update : the effect is subtle but it does the job. I think at first you dont notice it, atleast for me cuz im not the type of person that reflects on his day but after a while you start to notice how your personality is changing. Now when i take it, it takes about an hour to kick in, but i get the feeling im ready to conquer my day and be productive. Try taking it daily and im pretty sure youll eventually start noticing the effect

[@itgw4658]

@Jo Ski well i was talking about concerta, try taking it consistently for a couple days and i think eventually you will notice when youre off or on.

[@itgw4658]

@Jo Ski i think also we set a high standard for how we should feel after popping the pill and thats why we dont notice the subtle differences. But if youre focusing on completing a task or doing something it will give you that extra push you need. Its been helping me lose weight and exercise a lot! I used to hate exercising but now i walk an hour everyday

[@elina6403]

HAVE u tried 36m?? bc theu are giving me 36mg for the first time ever not even 17 or 27 but 36mg and is mu firsy time trying adhd medicine

[@Iesous27]

My doctor just prescribed me with methylphenidate concerta, however it's a mild dose of 10mg. And he also suggested for me to cut the pill in half. I'm not officially diagnosed with ADHD, still waiting for a psychiatrist to call me as my doctor sent the referral about 2 weeks ago. Not sure what I'm expecting, but I hope the results are pleasant

[@musings.By.Marivii]

Thank you for this. I was on this in my early twenties. It was miraculous and then I fell into the pressure of ‘you don’t need meds’ 🙄 Have struggled for a decade now without it and am considering going back on. So sick of having a sluggish, short circuiting brain :(

[@MochaRose990]

have you gotten back on it? if not, I encourage you to since it was working! I think it's better to use something that's helping you be the best version of you than to worry about the stigma. People who stigmatize it, simply do not understand it. Just like physical illnesses need assistance (i.e diabetics may need pills or insulin), those with mental disorders may need assistance too and it's okay!

[@gloriaesper3709]

Thanks for sharing your experiences

[@punk-skinsbundles7605]

I have ADD (not hyperactive) and I started with Concerta 18 mg and the energy is so crazy

[@beatermix]

First day on Concerta. I feel calm and confidant. light headed a bit though. Glad I found your channel A+

[@joh8379]

It made me emotionally numb

[@alanosmarceballosfranco7205]

Im curious to try it because even tho I have been diagnosed with a combination of BPD, ADHD and anxiety yet I have archieved pretty remarkable feats, I believe my unique take on things really gives me some talents but sometimes I just cant concentrate in complex tasks and I start panicking when I think i just made a mistake, the confidence boost part is what interests me the most

[@NativeSpiritWolf]

I started Concerta at 27mg. The first day I felt amazing. Calm and productive. Same for day two. When day three came I was extremely sensitive and on day 4 I started having crying spells. Day 5 and 6 were the same with increased anxiety and obsessive thoughts. Not sure what's going on and will be contacting my doctor tomorrow.

[@w.2550]

One of my friends had the same issue and their doctor prescribed anti anxiety medications with it and they took them both and it was perfect.

[@KitaPrime]

Concerta was the single worst prescription I've ever taken for my adhd. I was awake for days on end, my sleep range was around 3-4 hours a week. It was this drug that I decided that I'd rather not take anything for it. For preface, I was 16ish at the time (I'm 34 now) I started doing worse in school, my work suffered. It was just horrid. I'll stick to coffee.

[@Algebrainiac]

concerta gives me stomachaches every time i take it... I notice that I start to have stomachaches and I get like loss of appetite. It gives me upset stomach for a few hours and then it goes away but it then makes me very hungry like later on in the day. I just don't know if it is always supposed to give you stomach pains, but i always have a stomach ache when i take it and then it goes away later on... or lessens throughout the day... I spoke to my doctor about that and he told me that if it still keeps happening that i should then switch to vyvanse..... I just feel a lot of gastrointestinal problems with concerta even though they only last about a few hours... I do eat when I take it I usually do not take it with an empty stomach, or if I do I eat right away. But i always get stomach issues with it....

[@74chynnababy]

Ozzymathvideos concerta made me sick to my stomach as well. Alot of acid reflux. The same with Adderall XR. I seem to have stomach issues with anything that is extended release.

[@janerishbaluca1529]

could it be that you are lactose intolerant? because apparently Concerta XL contains lactose.

[@RogerSartet007]

I'm 54, on Concerta only for four days. I like coffee...very much. I got here because all of a sudden after only one espresso I started feeling 'shaky' (although I do feel more relaxed mentally) and so I wondered whether caffeine would have an impact and now (2:14) I know where it comes from. A sincere thank you for this informative video.

[@alexanderalexandrou]

If you want 54mg say goodbye to normal coffee. Decaf is alright.

[@vonixart]

Ah also I just started concerta! I was wondering if I could potentially ask you some questions about it? I prefer email or something more private, I'm still getting used to talking about it. Hope to hear back!

[@stealthchopper54]

I've been on concerta for 6 or 8 years now (don't remember exactly how long at this point lol). My advice would be to start as low as possible and go up until you find one that works..also supplement it with diet and exercise(but note that for me exercise lessons the attention aspect of the drug, so exercise strategically)..also once you find what works, don't get into the habbit of increasing the dose at any slight thing. Everything has a balance and people like us are basically using a medication to force our brains and nervous system to pay attention, be aware that its taxing on your body(it adds up over weeks months and years-and whatever you do if you start to notice your feeling burnt out be careful not to mistake that with needing a higher dose-thats a viscous cycle). And try to treat your body as cleanly as possible in terns of health. Additionayl keep track of when you start to feel sleepy and can fall asleep easily until you find the best time for you to take the meds. Lastly two important things: make sure to force yourself to eat some stuff at least throughout the day, and also remember to drink water-its easy to get dehydrated and not notice. I had nobody to help me when I started-I'm happy I can give someone else help and go full man mom on them. Good luck!

[@victoriabelucci6761]

umbra hi you seem experienced with concerta i have a question. I went to my family doctor to talk about my focus problem and how it effects me for 10min and after 10min he prescribed me Concerta 18mg. I started taking it first day on Concerta 18mg i was more comfy to be social . Second day (Today) i took my concerta 18mg and i felt realy hyper i coudnt stop i was happy for no reason something seems off my family doctor did not even diagnosed me with adhd he just gave me Concerta My question is Should see specialst person on adhd? I was realy hyper and happy for no reason is this normal? What should i do? Thank you for your time!!

[@stealthchopper54]

@@victoriabelucci6761 you definitely should ask your dr doctor about going to see a specialist just to be safe-that's what happened to me when I was young. I can only give an opinion based off my own experiences.The euphoric feeling can happen to some people, as the drug increases dopamine. The idea is that people with adhd have abnormally low resting levels of dopamine in the brain and the medication helps that as one of its aspects. As for hyper activity I have no idea, concerta can make your feel energized but not bouncing of the walls hyper? Ask your dr unfortunately that's not something I recognize!

[@victoriabelucci6761]

umbra thank yo very much

[@victoriabelucci6761]

umbra i called my doctor and he said "you are gettin used to the drug that can happen" do you remember anything like this when you just started the drug i know its long time age

[@AccountingFan2008]

My cousin and one of my friends was on Concerta- my cousin said it puts you in a really rotten mood, and if you take it too late in the day it effects your sleep. Also avoid caffeine and smoking because it can trigger anxiety or make you anxious

[@mcalamaa7217]

You mean cigarets or weed? 🤔

[@Stiggi71]

I took it three hours after I was supposed to and was up until 3

[@nickzworld4951]

I used concerta for 10 years it Def has its pros . I experienced a 12 hour effect. A minor high about 30 minutes in . But a quick dopamine drop off after that that was unpleasant. Def did not feel motivated on concerta felt very lethargic and tired on it . Maybe the dosage just my experience

[@nickzworld4951]

@Tony Camaj a lot has changed I use to be like that on concerta I’m not anymore . Def a life changer for adhd

[@Winterrberry]

This video is super informative, thank you. I'm starting Concerta tomorrow. Wish me luck! I'll be posting updates to my comment

[@emilygreen9132]

How’s it going? Im starting tmr

[@Winterrberry]

@@emilygreen9132 so the first couple days it worked well then after that I don’t feel any different [always lethargic] maybe a little boost of energy when I take it in the AM and then after that I just sweat, cold hands, irritation, more quiet in my head. Not a fan. I start feeling better when it wears off due to my lexapro. I hope it helps you.

[@Winterrberry]

@@emilygreen9132 oh and I barley eat now I lost a lot of muscle mass

[@BottomG1337]

@@Winterrberryyou still taking it to this day? Does the lack of appetite ever go away after a certain period of time? Also if you weren’t feeling good on it why did you keep on going? Any particular reason?

[@Winterrberry]

@@BottomG1337 I’m not taking it anymore. I’m taking adderall instant release which works best for me. On concerts my lack of appetite did not go away. I stopped taking it because I would feel good and focused for like an hour maybe, then I would just be irritated the rest of the day. I was focused but it was hard to stay motivated to be focused because I was not in the mood if that makes sense.

[@auraleaks9627]

Finally got my concerta, start monday couldn't get stimulants because I had a history of use . So I was on wellbutrin from 9 months hopefully it helps because adhd sucks so bad forget this that leave water running and all

[@lovelylyfe932]

I am on Wellbutrin bupropion Er I just started I feel paranoid and high so you feel that

[@SussyBacha]

I was prescribed Concerta at age 13. It made me irritable and aggressive. I quit taking it soon after.

[@sirraymondluxuryyacht8131]

I heard that being really irritable (e.g. super-sensitive to noises like someone clicking a pen or clicking their fingernails) is part of ADHD. Do drugs like this help with that?

[@ADHDMastery]

Dunno about others, but not in my experience

[@aussiejubes]

I started ritalin & it really helped with my irritability & almost reversed my hyperfocus on noise (for the time it's working, ritalin is short acting). But even overall I can tolerate the noise I used to find crazy-making. Like the traffic on the huge intersection I live on that brought me to the brink of sanity some days.

[@ashleyclements5477]

Yes!!! It has helped me! I think it depends though. I think medications are different for everyone.

[@Nocturnes1984]

Its my 3rd day on 18mg. Doctor said first week 18mg, second week 36mg, 54mg in the 3rd week. So far it isnt doing as much as I think…

[@aliciasw]

got diagnosed with ADD/ADHD in february, been taking concerta since then and it gives me the craziest energy. it's like drinking 5 redbulls.

[@Echo-dr1mz]

I'm not a professional myself but my psychiatrist told me that that might be an indicator you don't have ADHD

[@aliciasw]

@@Echo-dr1mz ADD is different from ADHD and if this was an indicator that i don't have ADD, my doctor probably wouldn't tell me it's normal for people with ADD to react this way. + since this comment my energy levels been better (and i'm still taking concerta to this day)

I got Concerta (Ritalin) because of Autism, but got rid off it again and if you get it too, there is a trick on how you can get rid off it. Instead of blocking annoyances by this stuff, you should think about what is annoying. That usually already gives a relief. Saves you money (if it isn‘t payed by healthcare or insurance) and the risk of long-term side effects that this thing carries (for example dependence or heart disease).

[@SutsuMusic]

Just went through my first day and I’m currently on my come down. I feel bad.. I can’t sleep and my heart is beating wayyy too fast. My body and more specifically my hands feel heavy. There’s this annoying headache too but it’s not that bd rn. Seemed great during the day tho

[@samuelelton1019]

had that, lower the dose bro you’ll get the benefits of concerta without the shitty headaches afterwards

[@SutsuMusic]

@Tony Camaj 36

[@AlstarPalmer]

Thank you brother

[@crewmatewillthrowthesehand7600]

Him at 3:00 am is just so accurate...

[@jessica5497]

Ritalin LA makes me process things better, but also makes me tense and with dry mouth

[@pedramkhoshnevis]

Thank you. How do you fight the concerta appetite loss?

[@ADHDMastery]

Lifting weights and cardio to encourage my appetite. Also intermittent fasting so I eat later in the day when I'll be starving.

[@pedramkhoshnevis]

@@ADHDMastery thank you. I will try that!

[@basilika2136]

@@ADHDMastery Do you not get nousea or a bad stomach if you skip eating breakfast while taking methylphenidate? im on keto and l had to eat loads of fat in the morning because of the upset while taking Atomoxetine. Now first day on methylphenidate though.

[@ADHDMastery]

@@basilika2136 no I personally don't experience it, others may. It works for me! I do find it kicks in more strongly after eating though.

[@rebeccaslobodticov]

Hi! I make sure i have a big meal (breakfast!) before taking concerta, and I find that having food in my tummy helps avoid nausea. My brother and I both have been, and I ask friends etc too and overtime you will be able to eat more on it.