Concerta (Methylphenidate) Review - How To Use Concerta for Adult ADHD

Dr Kidd reviews Concerta, a stimulant medication for adult ADHD. He goes through how it works, how to use it effectively, how to convert from short acting methylphenidate and contraindications and side effects of the medication.
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[@kirag6407]

Thank you! I was just put on Concerta from the non-stimulant, Strattera, not working. I feel much better in understanding this medicine because of this video.

[@zaynexotic]

How’s it going? I just got prescribed Concerta from strattera as well!

[@kirag6407]

@zaynexotic for me, it was life changing. I could definitely tell a difference between the two types of medicines. For me, after a week, my body adjusted, and it shows at my job and all of my performance evaluations. I wish you well, and I hope it helps you as well. Don't give up.

[@KOLLECT0R]

Today is first day on Concerta. I feel calm, no focus no motivation at all. Difficulty finding words when speaking

[@drkiddMD]

Of not working may habe to sprak to your doctor to potentially try something else.

[@KOLLECT0R]

@@drkiddMD Hi , 2 days now using double dose (36mg) 72 mg, I can feel the difference improvements in focus, can sit doing boring tasks for hours , But, my working memory it is not that good enough.

[@drkiddMD]

@@KOLLECT0R Hi Kollector, working memory can be impacted by ADHD but can also have many other influencing factors so will probably need a more in depth assessment!

[@KOLLECT0R]

@@drkiddMD I tried concerta 36 mg and doubled the dose no improvement in concentration, no motivation and my working memory becomes weak and my head is foggy

[@allthis701]

@@KOLLECT0R Might just be that you got the wrong diagnosis

[@rubenproost2552]

Concerta gives good results the first 3 hours, then I get a dip, take a fast release with it and after another 3 hours it's completely done.

[@kristamacdonald8446]

I just recently started Concerta (18mg) for ADD (do not have the over hyper aspect) but find every day I take it, I feel my heart rate increased/ racing off and on. I am wondering if it is not the right fit for me. I do love how it gives me energy and ability to concentrate and get my work done though!

[@drkiddMD]

If you are drinking caffiene try and reduce that and see if it helps

[@FennieUutoni]

I have a problem to forget what i study which mg can i used between 36 or 54 mg

[@YourNemesis23]

Just recently got diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 31. My first 3 days on Concerta were like a whole new life, I had a much easier time to focus on stuff, kept working at tasks i normally would procrastinate, higher self esteem, emotionally much more settled, smartphone screen time cut in half... I was wide awake, didn't feel the need for caffeine at all - only downside is that i had trouble going to sleep and getting tired in the evening. Fast forwards 2-3 weeks: The effect is reduced quite a bit, don't notice the benefits quite as much anymore (still better than without), sleeping is luckily no issue anymore... I'm wondering if i should double the dosage from 18 to 36 mg already? I'm afraid i might develop a tolerance at this rate (eventhough my psychiatrist says you won't if you actually have adhd). Apart from the reduced effect now and the initial sleep problems it worked wonders for me with no other side effects...

[@ic_0129]

Did you up the dosage and notice any difference? I started last week on 18mg and my first two days were exactly as you described but only lasted about 6-8 hours, then I felt more like my old self by day 4 while on concerta.

[@YourNemesis23]

@@ic_0129 yes i went on 27 mg after 1 1/2 months and i feel that's about right for me. I still have most of the benefits and barely any downsides. i went on 32 mg for a couple of days but didn't feel like i needed it. I would recommend sticking with one dose for a while and then going up - in the beginning i switched depending on the day which made it hard to actually feel how the dosage affected me, now i stick with 27 mg for workdays and then none on the weekend. If your metabolism is fast, maybe you would benefit from taking a second pill at noon. My metabolism is really slow, so i just take it in the morning so that i can wind down in the evening. I hope you'll find the level that works best for you :)

[@tanakkusai]

Thank you for this!

[@drkiddMD]

No problem

[@jordanandrews7183]

New user here. I was on 5mg twice a day after being on a waiting list for two years. I was on that from April till now. Starting on 18 mg slow release twice a day next week i think. I haven't had any side affects as of yet and haven't noticed anything different in how i feel. But my dose is going to be four times higher next week (36mg?) so any advice is welcome, thanks guys

[@khairyfarhan]

Just started on Concerta 18mg today. Very subtle compared to Ritalin and Medikinet that I took last week (currently on drug trial). Does it release it's dosage in thirds? Will be taking Concerta 27mg and 36mg this week.

[@MsTriggaTre]

About to start 18 mg. I am afraid it will be too low… could you feel the 18mg AT ALL ? Or barely anything

[@meshalalshamsi8080]

@@MsTriggaTreyou would feel it if it’s your first time

[@tanakkusai]

Hi Dr, I'm genuinely curious on the inattention side of Bipolar vs ADHD? Is it true that for Bipolar, the inattention issue stems from being overstimulated? i.e an abundance of dopamine especially during manic phases? Whilst for ADHD, the inattention issue stems from being understimulated? i.e an over depletion of dopamine? I understand that these two disorders aren't mutually exclusive and it can be comorbid. But I'm genuinely curious because one must be cautious in prescribing high doses of stimulants for an over stimulated brain. Interesting discourse!

[@drkiddMD]

Inattention can have many causes and ADHD can be co morbid with other mental health conditions which makes treatment complex. Have to be very careful with stimulants in bipolar as it can precipitate Mania.

[@jessicaatchinson5478]

I’m curious the only side effect I get from concerta is mood swings what does this mean? My doctor will not discuss this but says I have anxiety yes I do have anxiety and I think that’s from my dose being to high now? I don’t know

[@Naturebycarter]

If you can shine some light out, greatly appreciate its My first time taking it she suggested for me to take 20 mg 10 in the morning and 10 at night is this enough?

[@samanthacasas3091]

Example of drugs oxidate whatever you were talking about

[@hyslopjackie3702]

I Dont think its working for me. Works for 1-2 hrs then i crush after😢

[@antwonnawilson7129]

Do it show up on a drug test

[@teodosiomeza]

That is why 18 grams do nothing to me

[@BlackChelseaCat]

Dude, go under.

[@Rash2oush]

I started with 18 i had many side effects and lost weight, i dont feel active during the day and my doc asked me to try 36 and i felt so bad by the evening mostly shaky and anxious and many thoughts all at once.... i went back to 18 but feel more headaches as my broxism has increased and my sleep has worson knowing thag my dr also perscribed me zelax10 for the evening. I dont feel concerta is my go to medication

[@RickHardX]

Doc does 54 mg cause érectile dysfunction?