Reviewer: Saleen, 13-18 on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)

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It worked certainly for my ADHD. I take 20 mg daily. And definitely notice changes in my mood and concentration. Only thing is. I was on concerta for a while till I tired to overdose on it that's why I switched to Ritalin because Concerta made me sick after I tried to OD. One big difference is the side effects. I experience lots of side effects with this medication and my boyfriend notices it ... Show Full Comment

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It worked certainly for my ADHD. I take 20 mg daily. And definitely notice changes in my mood and concentration. Only thing is. I was on concerta for a while till I tired to overdose on it that's why I switched to Ritalin because Concerta made me sick after I tried to OD. One big difference is the side effects. I experience lots of side effects with this medication and my boyfriend notices it too and absolutely hates that I take this medication because it completely alters me. I can't sleep when I am on this medication because I shake to much and am way to focused on things like now as I am writing the review I know I am only writing it because I have nothing to focus on right now. Another issue is how addictive this is. I had to give my boyfriend the pills because I took them for a week and became addicted. Addiction runs in my family and never in a million years did I think I'd get addicted to Ritalin but I did and I had to stop taking it which means I was more moody and just awful to be around but getting off it was fairly easy for me just not anyone around me. But Ritalin works a lot better than concerta did but the side effects I feel aren't worth it. My anxiety gets worse. I can't eat when I'm on it or I feel physically sick. I can't sleep while on it because my brain I still working to quick. I can type like crazy though obviously. I stutter when I'm on it. And overall I think it's great for school work or exams but I can't do normal everyday things while on it because my brain works faster than I do and it only concentrates on one thing. It also affects my vision and I am not able to drive while I am on it.
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Reviewer: Chandler, 19-24 Male on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)

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After failed attempts with Adderall, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine due to horrible side effects. I was experiencing Severe anxiety, Tachycardia, and felt like a zombie. Ritalin has changed my life for the better. 20 MG IR 3 times a day has worked amazing for the past 5 years. I'm 20 now. Before Ritalin treatment for my ADD, I couldn't finish a task, I was looked down on as stupid. I also take thi ... Show Full Comment

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After failed attempts with Adderall, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine due to horrible side effects. I was experiencing Severe anxiety, Tachycardia, and felt like a zombie. Ritalin has changed my life for the better. 20 MG IR 3 times a day has worked amazing for the past 5 years. I'm 20 now. Before Ritalin treatment for my ADD, I couldn't finish a task, I was looked down on as stupid. I also take this med for depression and it's helped it too. The only side effects that are bothersome are complete loss of appetite, mild mood swings, and euphoria. But compared to Vyvanse or Adderall it's a big change. I take Ritalin for my ADD And Depression, Klonopin, Xanax for PTSD, panic disorder and GAD, along with Lisinopril for my hbp. I have seen no interactions in the 5 years of taking this medication.
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Reviewer: 25-34 on Treatment for 10 years or more

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I was on this drug for ADHD from the age of approx 5 till I was 21. I can never encourage someone to take this drug due to the symptoms I have and I as a previous user I believe this drug should be used as a last resort. I suffered from depression which was either caused by long time use or it wasn't but what I can say with certainty is my depression/Anxiety was made worst to the extent I bec ... Show Full Comment

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I was on this drug for ADHD from the age of approx 5 till I was 21. I can never encourage someone to take this drug due to the symptoms I have and I as a previous user I believe this drug should be used as a last resort. I suffered from depression which was either caused by long time use or it wasn't but what I can say with certainty is my depression/Anxiety was made worst to the extent I became suicidal. That was 7 years ago and I have been off the drug for 5 years and the symptoms mentioned above has gone completely.
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Reviewer: David, 19-24 Male on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)

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Best medication for me

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Best medication for me
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Reviewer: samuel, 13-18 Male on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)

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i am a 16yo male i was taking ritilan for 4 years for adhd and when ever i took it i would feel sick and i wasnt able to sleep properly and now i have depression

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i am a 16yo male i was taking ritilan for 4 years for adhd and when ever i took it i would feel sick and i wasnt able to sleep properly and now i have depression
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