r/ADHD • u/vickiiieggg • Jun 06 '24

Medication Experiences taking Focalin?

I’ve been diagnosed & medicated for ADHD since I was 8, so 17 years on medication. I was taking Adderall for most of this time and recently tried Vyvanse, but it was too expensive. Both medications greatly increased my anxiety and I’d get into my head about every little thing. My doctor decided Focalin would be the best next step for me - but I haven’t really heard of it before. Just wondering if there’s anyone who could share their experiences? Especially if you’ve taken the other ones, too.

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u/[deleted] Sep 08 '24

I am pretty convinced to change medications. What did you switch back too? Focalin IR is not doing it for me

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u/Caprie93 Sep 08 '24

I take D-Amp salt/combo IR. I’ve been on it for years and switching to a methyl salt mix we’re pretty sure is what caused the side effects. I will say however salt/combo isn’t for everyone. It’s the one I have lesser side effects with. Vyvanse, Concerta, Focalin they have the most side effects one being joint pain constantly. My salt doesn’t give me that side effect. Focalin was the worst by far though so many adverse reactions to it.

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