Posted by Mimi on January 14, 2004, at 14:28:09
In reply to Strattera and Ritalin or Strattera only, posted by Kemet on January 14, 2004, at 14:18:25
> I have been taking Ritalin for several years.
> It has been a great help to my ADD and depression
> and helps me fight otherwise constant fatigue. However, it does not address all my challenges with focus and attention which seem to be getting worse with age. I have started taking Strattera (60mg) which has worked well. I am concerned that I know need to take 3 meds (Cylexa-for depression, and Ritalin and Stattera for ADD).
> I am considering discontinuing the Ritalin but
> am concerned with fatigue. I read in some of the other messages that Strattera makes some individuals drowsey and that taking it at night can help this. Does anyone have any input on discontinuing Ritalin for Strattera. I know I will have to test it for myself to see what works best for me but I thought I would do some homework on it first.
Kemet,I did take Ritalin for PTSD symptoms and for activation purposes (I have the fatigue problem), but it caused me to lose too much weight.
Now I take Strattera and feel much better. I'm activated but still have an appetite. I only take 25mg. in the a.m. 50mg. ruined me: I got very sick and very very tired.
Mimi
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