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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
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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
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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
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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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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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