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Posted by Philidor on September 3, 2004, at 11:21:11
Ok, same question, but different headline from my last post(we'll see if that helps).
Many people say that when it comes to Ritalin, you should never go generic, because they're not as good as the brand.
Well, is that true, or does anyone know of a generic "Ritalin" that's just as good? If so, would you tell me the name or manufacturer?
I'm switching to Ritalin for ADHD next week, but I have no RX insurance, so I'd like to find a cheaper substitute. If you know of one, I'd be grateful to hear from you.
Phil
(To keep things simple, I'm just talking about the straight Ritalin, not the SR.)
Posted by Sad Panda on September 4, 2004, at 4:58:12
In reply to Ritalin vs. generics: Must I stick with the brand?, posted by Philidor on September 3, 2004, at 11:21:11
> Ok, same question, but different headline from my last post(we'll see if that helps).
>
> Many people say that when it comes to Ritalin, you should never go generic, because they're not as good as the brand.
>
> Well, is that true, or does anyone know of a generic "Ritalin" that's just as good? If so, would you tell me the name or manufacturer?
>
> I'm switching to Ritalin for ADHD next week, but I have no RX insurance, so I'd like to find a cheaper substitute. If you know of one, I'd be grateful to hear from you.
>
> Phil
> (To keep things simple, I'm just talking about the straight Ritalin, not the SR.)
>
>Hi Phil,
I think this is mostly the case of the brandname having extra placebo power, my reasoning is that drugs are dirt cheap to make, so there is no real reason to short change you on the quantity of active ingredient when it probably doesn't cost any more than the fillers.
Cheers,
Panda.
Posted by Philidor on September 4, 2004, at 11:44:23
In reply to Re: Ritalin vs. generics: Must I stick with the brand? » Philidor, posted by Sad Panda on September 4, 2004, at 4:58:12
Well, I won't argue with you, Pandy. (After all, you're the only guy here who thought my inquiry even deserved a response.) And I think a lot of people would tend to agree with you.
Instead, let me introduce you to Jarod and co. at crazymeds.org. ("a site by crazy people, for crazy people"). It's loaded with fascinating, what-your-doc-wont-tell you info, with links to much more. (CAUTION: Rated "R" for language, if that bothers you).
Here's their take on generic meds. Check it out, then see what you think:
http://www.crazymeds.org/BvsG.html
Best,
Phil
Posted by bubblehead on September 5, 2004, at 14:39:53
In reply to Re: Ritalin vs. generics: Must I stick with the brand?, posted by Philidor on September 4, 2004, at 11:44:23
Have you ever considered something other than ritalin? My son has ADHD and I have ADD. We go to a doctor who prefers to use safer meds. We are taking Atenelol which is a beta blocker. I have to say it works pretty good. One other thing this doctor helped us find was that we had food allergies that were intensifying the attention deficiet. I was just sending a thought of another approach.
Posted by KaraS on September 5, 2004, at 16:03:33
In reply to Re: Ritalin vs. generics: Must I stick with the brand?, posted by bubblehead on September 5, 2004, at 14:39:53
> Have you ever considered something other than ritalin? My son has ADHD and I have ADD. We go to a doctor who prefers to use safer meds. We are taking Atenelol which is a beta blocker. I have to say it works pretty good. One other thing this doctor helped us find was that we had food allergies that were intensifying the attention deficiet. I was just sending a thought of another approach.
I've never heard of beta blockers for ADD. What is the science behind that?-K
Posted by bubblehead on September 7, 2004, at 9:59:19
In reply to Re: Ritalin vs. generics: Must I stick with the brand?, posted by KaraS on September 5, 2004, at 16:03:33
Well all I can give you is the explanation that my Doctor has given me because I am not the most intelligent. He said that ADD and ADHD are caused by an over-production of adrenaline in the body. He uses the betablockers to decrease the mass amounts of adrenaline by helping the body slow down its production. I hope that helps some. Like I said I'm not the brightest thing.
One other thing the doctor feels aplies to ADD and ADHD is food allergies. That might be an avenue you could check in to.
Posted by KaraS on September 7, 2004, at 18:12:10
In reply to Re: Ritalin vs. generics: Must I stick with the brand?, posted by bubblehead on September 7, 2004, at 9:59:19
> Well all I can give you is the explanation that my Doctor has given me because I am not the most intelligent. He said that ADD and ADHD are caused by an over-production of adrenaline in the body. He uses the betablockers to decrease the mass amounts of adrenaline by helping the body slow down its production. I hope that helps some. Like I said I'm not the brightest thing.
>
> One other thing the doctor feels aplies to ADD and ADHD is food allergies. That might be an avenue you could check in to.
Thanks for the response. It made sense to me. I think you handled the science behind it quite well. It's probably just your depression or
ADD that isn't giving you enough credit!-K
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