4 Years On ADHD Medication Concerta (Methylphenidate)

[@ADHDPatrick]

Checkout these Concerta videos: How ADHD medication Concerta changed my life: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hISVdYOllreofa8 Coffee vs ADHD Medication Concerta: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5eaZaeun7-bq8U How ADHD Medication Concerta Helped Me To Finish School : kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5vSeYingN6cbtE

[@Neon-Neste]

Despite I'm finnish, I want to tell everybody in english. I got diagnosed in spring and started taking Concerta 3 weeks ago. The contrast if I dont take my meds and when I take it, its just like day and night. I havent felt any crashes or any symptoms when I'm taking my meds. And my dose is 54mg. So funny how one pill just can make your life more simpler. Keep uploading these videos Patrick and we can all get thru this!

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Neon, wow that is awesome! That is exactly how I felt when I started: day and night. Glad that you dont get any symptoms or crashes even with 54 mg. Yes it is unbeliavable what pill can do for our ADHD brains and life. Thank you and yes we will! :)

[@cabezon667]

Is Concerta allowed in Finland?

[@Neon-Neste]

@@cabezon667 Hopefully, cause my neuropsychiartic gave me recipe :D

[@gcowley4161]

I enjoyed this honest and balanced view, it gives me realistic hope. I am currently on week 3 of titration on Methylphenidate. Fingers crossed.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Cowley, thank you so much for your kind words, I m glad to hear that! I wish you the best luck! :)

[@aguy559]

Did it work?

[@luke2017]

Dude congrats on improving your life. I'd also like to go back to school and finish my degree one day. Been taking Strattera for almost two months and already seeing noticable improvements. I also agree with the meditation and exercise. Great insight.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey Luke, thank you! Thats great, I have heard good things about Strattera, for some people it even works better than traditional stimulants (Concerta, Vyvanse). Hope you will continue seeing and feeling improvements :) Thank you for watching Luke! :)

[@Deemer9]

Concerta changed my life, I sleep a lot better, healthier all round, more able to communicate with people and make eye contact a lot easier. Great stuff IMO

[@finity9316]

Does adhd effect eye contact im not diagnosed yet but I think I have adhd and my eye contract is arrange

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Puyzn, thats awesome! Thank you for sharing your experience! :)

[@ADHDPatrick]

That is interesting, I have never heard of that before

[@khaled6884]

Would you please tell us your dose Wish u the best

[@CriminalScrutinyTV]

I’m on 54 mg of concerta, the first week I felt wired. The middle of the second week I felt like it wasn’t working I didn’t know what was going on, but towards the end of the second week I started feeling great. I felt sort of more positive, and a lot calmer than I used to be. I’m going to continue with concerta I was going to use Vyvanse but I don’t want to feel like I’m on cocaine or something, concerta is giving me a much calmer focus. It feels like I was driving a race car but smashing into walls, now my brain feels like a race car with an elderly experienced driver behind the wheel driving steady and controlled.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello John, thats great to hear :) I have no experience with vyvanse, though I would like to try it. That was well said, same here, definitely I feel more like experienced car race driver :)

[@benji784florentino]

Im on 54mg of concerta aswel. How would you say it makes u feel now? For me i still struggle with motivation at times when i dont know where to start with a task. When i know what i have to do like when i go to work ( im a uni student aswel full time) i overwork myself because my body knows no limits. I can work 3 days with no breaks 6-8 hour shifts each and then when i have day off hits me like a truck. It makes me very mellow if theres no energy in my surroundings which makes ppl worried sometimes coz i look too neutral.

[@CriminalScrutinyTV]

@@benji784florentino I switched to adderall and it works way better for me, my mind is calm and i'm focused and uplifted by the meds. I also take Wellbutrin in order to counter any depression or mood swings, Welbutrin is great because it causes weight loss and not weight gain. After that i take 15mg of adderall in the day time to get my brain working, after about 4-5 hours i take 10mg dose of adderall just to uphold my focus if needed. Concerta was terrible for me i was so anxious and not focused i felt like ripping my hair out, the Adderal was completely different i had focus, a sense of calm, energy and a slight positive mood. Some people do well on concerta and ritalin and others do better on adderall and vyvanse, you need to experiment the drugs and see whats working better for you and your specific issues. Don't just let the doctor give you any meds make sure its a med you want not what they want, some doctors are just scared to prescribe narcotics in fear they'll lose their license so they put you on the bullshit meds that have little to no effect.

[@lilrebornandashtondrakecut8234]

I just started taking concerta at age 50. Was diagnosed with A.D.D and this medication is awesome!!! It not only calmed my brain it has helped me socially and I have great hope that i can go back to school and better myself. Highly recommend and sooo thankful.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Glad to hear that! Thank you for sharing! :) Good luck on your journey :)

[@mariadelaogamezguillen6558]

Thank you so so so so much for being brave and sharing your experience! 👏👏👏

[@ADHDPatrick]

Thank you Maria for watching! :)

[@capture-life]

I am now on day three of taking Concerta 18MG, the extended-release version. The first day I felt a bit more nervous, but it was mild. Now, on day three, I was tired when I woke up and didn't feel like doing anything. After I took a tablet, I felt happy again and enthusiastic about life. I've been diagnosed with the combined type ADHD. So far, I'm very happy with the results. I realized that it took so much effort to stay motivated because I could sense that something internally was off. This medication allows me to perform much better.

[@dominiqueblais-j9n]

ADHD Patrick I follow your videos, you seem optimist , I did try 27=36-45 now at 54mg of concerta feeling less of a potato , Itake it for somnolence and ADHD syndrome, at 54mg i still need cups of coffee and cigarettes to keep me awake focus alert all of this, perhaps at 72mg would be just fine,

[@ADHDPatrick]

Thank you! :) I try to be :) Thank you for sharing, I myself cant handle 72 mg, crash feels too bad :/

[@maxlashik2827]

Has it helped you with Sleeping, anxiety and tuning out? Also do you feel more confident taking concerta? Thanks

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey Max, Concerta has actually ruined my sleep multiple times when I took it too late, it is long acting stimulant so gotta be careful with it. For sleeping I take magnesium and occasionally melatonin. Concerta at low dose does make me feel less anxiety and more confidence since I m more efficient, productive and my brain works better. I had also times when Concerta did increase anxiety, mainly because of dosage issue along outside stress, so I stay on low dose. I do zone out sometimes but in a good way where I m focused on something/working. I did a video about Concerta & Anxiety long time ago :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHOYq4N8hbCVnNE

[@claudiakayla7097]

Hehehehe love the video, I climb d a cliff yesterday day on 36mg concerta haha when I got to the bottom they asked me if I was on meth and I said no I am not I'm on concerta

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hahaha thank you for for sharing that! :)

[@svenmuller6767]

I finally found my perfect dosage. For me the dont last that long, i take 18 mg in the morning and 27mg between 14:00 to 17:00 and still go to sleep at a reasonable time, like around 11 or 12. I take it like that for like 2 weeks now with no break and im kinda scared to take a day off now, since its working so great. Did you have any withdrawls on days off the meds ? Greetings Sven.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Sven, that is great that you found your perfect dosage, it can really make a difference :) I myself go to sleep around 10-11 so I take mine before 1 pm. As for withdrawals, 1-2 days dont feel anything, but if I take 1-2 weeks off then I definitely feel the difference. I have made a video about this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJ6yeo2fe9h-r9U

[@makingface79]

I'm so glad I found your channel. I love to hear 1st hand experiences, especially positive ones. I just started this 2 days ago. It's been a good 5 years since being on anything. In the past I tried adderall, and vyvance it made me agitated, however I loved the focus. I began to develop insomnia, soI took myself off. I then tried stratera which made me feel like a zombie and did nothing. And here I am again. I am hopeful so far I feel Calm. I need caffine still to wake up. But good. Are headaches normal at 1st?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Thank you Danielle! That is great to hear! Oh insomnia sucks, been there myself many times. Yeah I m the same, I always get up with caffeine in the morning. Headaches are pretty common with people, but I never have them. I drink a lot of water throughout the day and watch my blood sugar ( diet) so I dont get them :)

[@makingface79]

@@ADHDPatrick I'm on week 2, in love with Concerta so far. Peace, calm, mood elevated. 😌

[@thephilosopher3586]

Thank you Patrik for sharing your experience. Do you have tendencies to daydream?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Dark Shadow, thank you so much for watching :) I would say I daydream about 70% of my time during the day. I daydream a lot, dont know if its good or bad :)

[@MrMegatherium]

concerta is a safe effective stimulant, it is non addictive, and honestly I never felt much of a crash, if you eat a meal you should not have much of a crash. I never had many side effects, and it has made my life a lot better. I dont mix it with coffee, because it does not seem to work as well. But I would say 27mg is a very small dose. I would prefer 81mg.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey Mike, yeah true. Glad to hear that! I dont mix it with coffee with coffee anymore either. Much better benefits from concerta without cofee.

[@henrirapson1403]

Medication has changed my life for the better, echoing many of the things you describe. But I find myself with much more if a stiff, serious face, it’s like more of my facial muscles are locked and the face shows less emotion. Do you find this? Could you also make a video on how Concerta affects sense of humour?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Henri, yeah that side effect of concerta especially with higher doses. Some call it "stoned look" I call it robotic look. Actually I have been wanting to do a video about this issue, Concerta and overall personality, humor etc :) I will definitely do it soon :)

[@_yxngwxlf_]

Everytime I try to do something hard it's almost as if there was a wall between me and that activity that needs to be done.. as if my brain is allergic to tasks that are necessary, I just can't make myself do it , and even if I try to do it I just get a lot of anxiety. Idk what is wrong with me , maybe I have ADHD but Inattentive. I'm also fatigued everyday + depressed.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey, I know the The wall feeling. For me the medication did help. Definitely see medical professional about this issue, it might be some other medical issue that makes you feel fatigue and depressed....

[@_yxngwxlf_]

@@ADHDPatrick Thank you for the quick answer I appreciate it beyond words. I love the calm athmosphere of your videos and ocassional memes , it's entertaining and extremely helpful at the same time . Peace and Love . Thank you for all of this.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Wow thank you so much! It means a lot to me! :) I m glad to hear that! Peace and Love to you back. Thank you for watching! :)

[@faisalalkhedhrawi7311]

I am really glad you feel satisfied about you medications,Patrick, i have one question though, was it easy to get those medications ?. I live in Spain and I have been asking for the medications but my doctors insist that i have to do alot of test and survey for a year now , i feel that he is reluctant or he is not sure .can you tell me how it was in your case ?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Faisal, thank you :) Sorry to hear that. Atleast for me it was, I went to private doctor who specializes in ADHD, I got medication right away. I have no hope for public health care .I have heard lot of negative stories about doctors, right doctor can really make a difference. Some doctors are reluctant to prescribe any stimulant medication, others are the opposite. Its crazy, they give people SSRI like candy but when it comes to stimulant like Concerta its different story. That is very long time wait. I would try to find another doctor or clinic if possible, maybe a psychiatrist who knows ADHD.

[@jennarentz]

Hi Faisal! I live in Spain, too. I would go private if it’s a reasonable expense for you to make. When my son was diagnosed he got Concerta in his second visit to a neurologist. They did an EEG to check for things like epilepsy and then he started medication. The whole process (mostly due to my scheduling at work) took about 2 months. Let us know how it’s going!

[@vincentlong2186]

I have been diagnosed with add. I've been on concerta for maybe a week. I have some questions which I have already asked my dr.second opinion is what im searching for. Time frame on when medicine will reach potential? Aslo I have stoner eyes sensation and is that normal. Headaches as well. Any advice would help. Thanks. Thanks btw for ur videos

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Vincent, for me its about 3 hour mark after I have taken medication when I really feel it. This of cource can differ with people depending on various factors like metabolism, eating patterns etc. Stoner eyes effect I used to have occasionally, usually it happened on bigger doses like 54-72. Many people have said that they get bad headaches from Concerta, probably not drinking enough water can be one of the reasons. Definitely consult your doctor about these side effects. Thank you so much Vincent for watching! :)

[@ADHDPatrick]

@@donbraugh185 thank you, I will see if the book is available on audible :)

[@babokas8194]

I tried Concerta for about 3 weeks or so and even though the first two days were great after that i dont know why i felt calm but too calm, like i coudnt think straight. Also i had a few side effects like headache , nausea and i could feel my heart beating a bit faster. I am now on Vyvanse / Elvanse for a week now and the side effects are so much subtle , and it gives me a bit more motivation , like a good mood in general. But it doesnt last me beyond 6 hours so i am experimenting still as i always have work late in the day. It is very good to know that for some the medication keeps working after years. Have you ever considered trying something else ? Was Concerta your first and only ?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello, thank you for sharing your experience :) Have you asked your doctor about splitting the dose so the effect will last longer? I have actually considered vyvanse, but my doctor said that there is no point trying it if Concerta works for me. So yes Concerta is my first and only :)

[@morningstarscotty.8656]

Just got back on it today .how are you doing today still on it?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey Scotty, I m doing okay, still get benefit from it. Of cource I have my bad days like everyone else but thats life :)

[@morningstarscotty.8656]

@@ADHDPatrick that's good yes it does help to keep you positive I find and when you have higher dopamine levels you feel good.hows your sleep tho on it?

[@alexiaafentoulidou336]

I was on 36 and 54 mg methylphenidate actavis and today I decided to ask my doctor to give concerta instead of methylphenidate actavis because I have heard very good opinions about concerta. I am though a bit worried that the doctor raised my dose to 72mg. I think it is too much. 1sth day of 72mg.... hope it will be fine. I still haven't understood the difference between methylphenidate avtavis and concerta.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Alexia, yeah 72mg sounds quite high, I cant handle those doses well.... I dont think actavis is even available in my country. Probably its different manufacturer and there might be slight differences in the effect. I hope you are fine on 72mg and everything is ok.

[@claudiakayla7097]

I'm on 36 mg and drink 10 coffees a day

[@mitchelthinks]

I was on concerta but insurance recently put me on a generic. Did you notice a difference between name brand or generic?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Mitchel, I have only used one all these years, have never tried cheaper stuff. At the pharmacy they say that there is no difference. I have heard from some people that they did notice slight difference in effectiveness when they switched...

[@mitchelthinks]

@@ADHDPatrick Thanks for the reply Patrick! It's been a few days and, though it could be placebo or something, I do find the generic to be less intense. Oddly enough, I like it because I found on-brand Concerta a bit too intense even at 18mg. It still works, but I would say I also noticed a slight difference in effectiveness with a generic. I'm all right with it though.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey Mitchel, that is really interesting, same medication but brand makes a difference, really weird. Glad that you are satisfied with it :)

[@MrMegatherium]

methylphenidate is a much safer option than amphetamines , you will get more of a high with adderall, but way more sides and strong potential for addiction and abuse. And it could lead to harder drugs like crystal meth.

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hello Mike, I agree with you. I have some experience from them, they can be really addictive atleast for me. Most people who abuse this stuff usually want stuff like adderall

[@wrxsti6410]

Hi.What about nicotine? Are you used some thing with nicotine?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey, 2-4 years ago I was a huge nicotine user, cigarettes, lozenges, gum, snus. Nowadays I take nicotine rarely, last week I took one 1 mg lozenge when I was writing. Nicotine does sometimes give me benefits like better focus. Nicotine also increases anxiety and heart rate for me even in low doses, so that is why I dont use it that much anymore..Concerta also increases nicotine cravings for many people including me. Many people with ADHD are smokers since that is how me/they self medicate ADHD. Nicotine does increase dopamine, helps memory and is viewed as brain nootropic. I have been wanting to do video about nicotine for a long time now, gotta do it sometime :)

[@ADHDPatrick]

@@donbraugh185 Hello Don, I myself was so addicted to nicotine few years back, strangely my nicotine craving are almost nonexistent these days. Thank you for sharing that information, I did not know that, very fascinating stuff :)

[@rebeccaenn6281]

Did you experience weight loss?

[@ADHDPatrick]

Hey Rebecca, little bit yes at first

[@arti9922]

I love you men .. u are fuckin dope

[@ADHDPatrick]

awesome, thank you :)

[@Pigggggggggggggggggy]

My problem is I'm a rabbit who becomes more of a rabbit after the first few hours of then I'm a shitty computer at best. 72mg.

[@bryontharp5790]

Cause your high its called gettin HIGH

[@lilrebornandashtondrakecut8234]

No we are not high... A.D.D is caused from a chemical imbalence in the brain and Concerta and other meds for it balences the chemicals for us so we can function normal. People that dont need it are the ones that may get some kind of a high. But when diagnosed from a profession it works just enough to help us be who we really are and aide us to reach our full potential. When the chemicals are imbalenced we truely struggle in a lot of areas. Besides, we are under doctor supervision in order to get this. I dont think a doctor will perscibe this to only get us high.

[@bryontharp5790]

Slice it dice it anyway you want justifiy anyway you want all pro poker players use it all the med students use it all the spoiled college kids use it they sell 36mg meth pills on the street for 15 dollars apeice i would sell my 30 day scrip for 450 dollars to pay rent its good when you first start them but it wears off i need the money instead im smart enough on the street there called study drugs adderall same shit 20 apeice you need to get off that shit brother