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I've been diagnosed about 8 years ago and while I'd say I'm highly functional I don't want to go on vyvanse again because the side effects are so strong. Anyone have any advice or want to share their experiences?

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[–] thesohoriots@lemmy.world 10 points 18 hours ago* (last edited 18 hours ago) (3 children)

It really depends on how good your psychiatrist is. If they have a lot of knowledge on how the meds work and know the chemistry of why the dexamphetamines aren’t for you, they can absolutely steer you to a better solution. You should mention that vyvanse was a bad experience when you see your provider and give details of why. Good luck!

[–] dash_jackson@lemmy.ca 4 points 18 hours ago (1 children)

I haven't tried any others but whenever I'm on it shit definitely works. However after a few months it stops working and the impact to my sleep and general anxiety makes me want to go off it again.

[–] AddLemmus@lemmy.ml 2 points 13 hours ago (1 children)

It is very, very likely that there is a better option for you. Just to name one: You could get methylphenidate (or even Vyvanse again) and use it only as needed. A lot can get done in 10 or 20 "power-days" per year, even when you just drag along for the rest of it.

[–] dash_jackson@lemmy.ca 1 points 13 hours ago

Yeah I am leaning towards that.

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