Posted by BekkaH on July 2, 2002, at 19:18:53
In reply to Focalin vs. Ritalin? (and Focalin Dose Questions), posted by fachad on June 27, 2002, at 20:05:02
> 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?
*************************************************Hi Fachad,
I don't know whether this reply will work. I've been having some problems with my registration.I tried Focalin briefly right after it was marketed several months ago. I will probably try it again at some point. The number of milligrams is supposed to be HALF the number of mg that you'd take if you were on Ritalin/regular methylphenidate because Focalin is supposed to be twice as potent. I found it to be very intense! I took 1/4 the amount (rather than 1/2), and I thought it was a bit much. I think it's definitely worth a try for you, especially since you have had such long term success with Ritalin.
Once problem I had on Focalin was a complete lack of appetite. I think this would be very bad for children who are put on the medicine.
By the way, how is your Surmontil trial coming along? Are you still on it? How much do you take, and are you still on Dexedrine? How much Dexedrine are you able to combine with the Surmontil? Have you ever taken Ritalin with Surmontil?
Good luck on your Focalin trial.
Bekka
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