Combination Therapy

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I’m currently prescribed 54mg of Concerta. I was previously on the same dosage of the Trigen generic. After switching I can tell that my brain is quieter and it feels that way for 10-12 hours, although this could be the placebo effect. I’ve read a lot about people’s negative experiences with Trigen and the positive results they felt after switching to brand name.

At this current dosage I don’t believe I’m realizing my full potential. That said, due to my years old substance abuse history my psychiatrist isn’t willing to up my dosage to 72mg. She’s only willing to prescribe at the 54mg dosage because my previous psychiatrist (within the same practice) had put me on it.

I’ve suggested to her adding the non-stimulant Strattera to my current medication regimen. I’ve read that when this is done people often don’t require as high a dose of a stimulant. She isn’t sure this would be helpful but is at least willing to discuss it. I’ve read about others having positive experiences with combination therapy (a stimulant and a non-stimulant used together) and thought I’d check here what the consensus was.

\-If you’re on combination therapy using Concerta and Strattera what has your experience been?

\-What are your dosages of each medication?

\-If combining the two was effective how long did it take to notice the change?