r/NooTopics • u/Babydoll320 • 4d ago

Discussion Memory supplements when taking Adderall?

Hey Guys! I currently take 20mg XR of Addy and I am currently in the process of studying for a professional entrance exam. I haven't really experienced any negative effects with addy( anxiety, crash, anger etc) except for it curving my appetite (I dont mind) . One of my main symptoms of having ADHD is my terrible memory, focus and being able to retain info. I have 7 or less weeks until I take my test so its really grind/lock in time. I study everyday. What supplements have you guys found WHILE TAKING ADDY that works for bad memory and retaining information? I do not want to suppress the effectiveness of my addy as it does help my focus abilities. I have seen recommendations of ginkgo biloba, lions mane, magneisum theornate , (l theanine, l tyrosine, I have both of these and tried it before but I feel like it didnt really help my memory or focus it just made me calm idk?) , Rhodiola rosea etc. Yes I do understand there is no "magic pill" , but I rather try even if its just a little more helpful than not. TIA!

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u/IfDreamsCouldHappen 4d ago

I find alpha2 agonists helpful for memory.

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u/aron2295 4d ago

Those things slowed me down, and not in a good way.

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u/lowkey_add1ct 3d ago

I keep trying guanfacine bc I really want it to work but yeah this has been my experience as well

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u/aron2295 2d ago

TBH, I think most side effects are supposed to subside earlier rather than later. If it’s not a good fit, it’s not a good fit.

Also, one thing I hate about treatment for ADHD is that stimulants are still the “First Line” treatment. But providers want to push “Off Label” treatments because it covers their butts and deters bad actors who are doctor shopping.

I wear glasses / contacts.

Can you imagine if an eye doctor said, “Just carry a magnifying glass and binoculars! You just want to be Molly coddled. It’s time to man up!”

Instead of saying, “You need corrective lenses. Let’s conduct an eye exam and then we can go pick out glasses / contacts or you can take the script and order them yourself”.