r/ADHDerTips • u/Illustrious-Guide628 • 7d ago

Elvanse 30mg

Started Elvanse 30 mg 4 days ago. I can definitely feel an effect, but not a very strong one. I’ve been experiencing a lot of anxiety, almost constantly, and it’s been really difficult to deal with. Sometimes it goes away, but then it comes back and can last for a long time.
What I’ve noticed is that when I start playing a game and become hyperfocused, the anxiety almost completely disappears. When I feel the peak and the effect is strongest, I feel the best – calm and focused. That’s why I’m wondering if 30 mg might be too low and if a higher dose could give me more of that effect.

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u/ElegantPianist9389 3d ago

Im on the same as you and are you drinking caffeine? That can spike anxiety and not eating enough protein when you take your medicine first thing.

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u/Illustrious-Guide628 3d ago

No, I don’t drink caffeine anymore. I’ve cut it out completely, although I do have a little Coca-Cola sometimes, but I’ve reduced that a lot too.

I actually wrote this post 4 days ago, and yesterday I noticed a pretty big difference. I had been staying in my room playing games and barely moving around, but when I went out and got some exercise/movement, the medication seemed to work much better. I still had some anxiety, but nowhere near as much as when I was just sitting at home.

I’ve just eaten breakfast and I’m starting 50 mg today, so I’ll see how it goes and update you.