Posted by fachad on June 27, 2002, at 20:05:02
The next pdoc appointment is coming up in a few weeks and I think I need to discontinue Dexedrine.
It has way too many sympathomemetic side effects (racing heart, sweating, and dry mouth) for me. It's definitely a big improvement over Adderall, but I can still feel it in my body, which I do not like.
Anyway, it's back to methylphenidate. I'll probably go with the plain generic immediate release MPH. Concerta is smooth, but my insurance copay is very high, and they will only cover 1 tablet per day (any strength, but only one tablet).
But I'm wondering if I should consider Focalin (dextro-methylphenedate). It will also have high copay like Concerta, and will be short acting.
Is it worth it?
Has anyone had experience with both? How is Focalin different than MPH?
Also, how much Focalin are people taking? I am taking 40mg/day of Dexadrine, and I used to take 54mg Concerta. The Focalin monograph is written like never more than 20mg/day will be taken. What is the typical adult dose?
Thanks
poster:fachad
thread:110960
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20020617/msgs/110960.html