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jojobean
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08 Mar 2011, 7:47 pm

Hey all,

Well I need to change my add medicine. I take Adderall, but there is a shortage of the raw materials in Adderall and the FDA only allows so much of this drug to be made. Usually they run out in December, but for some reason they ran out in febuary.

So I need to switch medicnes soon, within a few days cause I am about out of adderall.

For those on ADD or ADHD medications, which do you think is best and why?

I am thinking about Concerta...any thought on that??

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09 Mar 2011, 12:31 am

strattera its a non stimulant



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09 Mar 2011, 12:39 am

I just made a switch from Adderall to Vyvanse about a couple weeks ago. I was skeptical at first, but I actually like it more. With the Adderall I had to take multiple doses throughout the day. With Vyvanse I only take one in the morning and I stay focused and productive all day. Its not as "intense" as the Adderall, but its longer-lasting and there are no ups and downs.

I have no experience with Concerta.