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Thursday, September 9, 2010

Should general practitioners be allowed to prescribe psychiatric medications?

Posted by admin on May 9, 2009

tangerine asked:


I have gotten prescriptions for antidepressants and ADHD meds in the past from GPs, but I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand, if you have already been diagnosed with a mental disorder by a qualified professional, it’s handy to be able to get a prescription from a GP you already know and trust. However, I can’t help but think that GPs usually specialize in physical ailments rather than psychological ones, so I wonder how often GPs prescribe the wrong psychiatric medication to their patients.

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Concerta (ADHD medication) side effects?

Posted by admin on April 29, 2009

Cañu fynd d’eye-run-e asked:


I started taking Concerta three days ago, and already I’m seeing results…and side effects. My doctor told me to take 18mg the first 2 days, and 36 mg from the third day on. So today I took 36mg. The first 2 days I had no results, and no side effects. Today in the morning–still no results. But in the afternoon I was able to focus perfectly. I think this may be because I had gym class (I’m a 13-year-old girl) in between. Anyway, here are the side effects I experienced and when:

1. Headache (morning)
2. No appetite whatsoever (throughout day) I’ve been counting every calorie I ate and it adds up to 640…is that enough?
3. Runny nose (afternoon)
4. Dry throat (morning)
5. I’m usually a shy person, but today I felt outgoing, and I wanted to be the center of attention. I also felt more aggressive than usual. (throughout day)

Should I tell my doctor about any of these? Are these normal? Should I stop taking Concerta? And also, should I be worrying?

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a question about adhd and medication?

Posted by admin on February 16, 2009

erin asked:


when people have adha they are prescribed adderall or ritalin. these medications will act as a speed for those who do not suffer from adhd but they seem to balance a person who has attention deficit hyper active disorder. my question then is what happens to a person with ahdh when they take something like xanax or ativan?? what about ssri’s such as zoloft or lexapro? just curious…..

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ADHD medication?

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yowezz20 asked:


Does Daytrana ( a patch for ADHD ) stop your growth?
I’m using it and 20mg is what I’m taking now. I’m 14 yrs old.

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Which is better for ADHD: Ritalin or Adderall?

Posted by admin on February 12, 2009

Ben asked:


I am taking Ritalin and it seems to work OK but not great. Also, the side effects (appetite loss, insomnia, headache) can be a real pain in the you-know-what. I was wondering if Adderall works better than Ritalin and if its side effects are less or more harsh.

And please, I want answers from people who have actually taken one or both of these medications. Also, I am not interested in herbal remedies and I don’t want to hear about the “evil drug companies” and their “deadly medicines.” No offense, I love you guys, but seriously! Thanks ;-)

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Is Taking Precription ADHD Medication While Pregnant Safe?

Posted by admin on January 31, 2009

spastic_charm asked:


I believe I’m pregnant (I have a test in a couple of weeks) and I’m currently on ADHD medication DEXEDRINE CR 10mg and I was wondering if it’s safe for the baby. I cant wait until I see the doctor because I’m worried I could hurt the baby in the mean time.

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I currently am prescribed dexamphetamine tablets for adult adhd to be cont?

Posted by admin on January 30, 2009

Brett Neil asked:


In sydney australia where i live theres so many proceedures and restrictions for my doctor to keep me stocked up w a constant supply. he has to get authority from gov committees etc. what i wanted to know is what the following represents in the bottom righthand cnr found on the green colourd authority (handwritten prescriptions) that are req for all controlled drugs etc. It comes in variations of the following group of letters and numbers-eg: Z1234AB???

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do you think that ADHD/Learning disabled children can be cured with medication or discipline?

Posted by admin on January 22, 2009

Spaz asked:


I my self am Learning disabled/ADHD/Dislexic and i take medication i feel it helps i would like to hear others voice on this subject

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How long does Amphetamine-dextroamphetamine as found in adhd medication stay in your system?

Posted by admin on December 23, 2008

m.kayleigh asked:


PLease if you can state a source

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Adult ADHD diagnosis one week ago.?

Posted by admin on December 21, 2008

Journey-ing my way through life! asked:


I am 35 years old & had a life changing moment last week talking with the psychiatrist. Went over every psych test they have & I fit ADHD 100% back to elementary school through now 30’s. I have been being treated for anxiety with no relief 15 years.

Doctor started me on 35 mg of Vyvanse. Felt the best I have felt since I can remember for 4 days & then it started wearing off, I got anxious & tired. Yesterday & today I have took the full dose of 70 mg & I get a horrible headache and got on edge and VERY irritable and fidgety & feel hot around 4 pm. take medicine @ 7 am.

I came home last night and took 2 mg of Xanax and 1 Ambien and still couldn’t go to sleep until 1 am. I felt better as far as the anxiousness & the irritability but I woke up today in a total fog & in a horrible mood. I took the Vyvanse again this morning. Today, same symptoms around 4 & I took 1 Xanax today & 1/2 ambien when I got home & 30 mins later calm, not irritable, still not sleeping. What’s up?

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