HPoole
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Hi, I'm a 25 year old female in my 3rd year of nursing school. I have been on so many medications! My hope and goal is that I can share the knowledge... read more
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Is adderall 20mg stronger than vyvanse 50mg?
Question posted by Jefer27 on 13 Nov 2011 • 2 answers
Related support groups: adderall, vyvanse
HPoole's comment: No problem, friend!
What are the most effective type of: benzo, antipsychotic, mood stabilizer?
Question posted by Rfbayon on 12 Nov 2011 • 28 answers
Related support groups: mania, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder
HPoole's response: First of all, thanks for sharing all of that honest, personal info. That's how you have to be when you're truly desperate for help. Am I correct in understanding that you are closed to all SSRI's and SNRI's? Well, Here are some suggestions for ...
Why do u have to take effexor with food?
Question posted by softy on 13 Nov 2011 • 3 answers
Related support groups: effexor, food
HPoole's answer: I'm been on Effexor in the past but have now been on Effexor XR for a couple years. Truth be told: I NEVER take any of my meds with food--just water or juice usually. They just put that sentence in there in case you happen to be 1 out of like 10% ...
Can I take ativan along with celexa?
Question posted by bgeezas400 on 13 Nov 2011 • 3 answers
Related support groups: ativan, celexa, panic disorder, anxiety, anxiety and stress
HPoole's response: I third the motion! It's definitely a go on the PRN Ativan with the Celexa. Just a pointer... Celexa and its cousin Lexapro, in my personal opinion, are both the worst SSRI anti-depressants out there. They each made me more depressed or didn't do ...
What is the effect of ADHD medication?
Question posted by devgun01 on 13 Nov 2011 • 7 answers
Related support groups: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd), doctor, medication, concerta
HPoole's response: It sounds to me like you're looking into the last possible cause of your behaviors. ADHD medication could very well be at least A solution if not THE solution. First of all, I want to applaud you for being so aware of yourself to know you have an ...
Is adderall 20mg stronger than vyvanse 50mg?
Question posted by Jefer27 on 13 Nov 2011 • 2 answers
Related support groups: adderall, vyvanse
HPoole's answer: In my own experience, what immediately comes to me to say is the Vyvanse. I'm on Vyvanse 70mg. BUT here are the differences: Adderall is instant release and lasts a shorter amount of time than the Vyvanse. I'd say the Adderall lasts about 4-6 hours ...
Anyone else tried 40MG Adderall and 80MG Celexa?
Question posted by darthzilla on 3 Nov 2011 • 1 answer
Related support groups: adderall, celexa, anxiety and stress, depression
HPoole's response: The Adderall is canceling out the Celexa. Adderall is a stimulant med, which speeds up your central nervous system (CNS) and can give you racing thoughts, make you shake, and make you feel like you can't sit still. I'd gradually wean off the ...
My 9 year old daughter has taken intuniv for a while now and we love it but the teacher said she was
Question posted by arb000 on 8 Nov 2011 • 1 answer
Related support groups: methylin, methylin er, intuniv, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd)
HPoole's answer: Methylin ER is another name for extended-release Ritalin. I have a long history of ADHD and in my opinion, the Intuniv should have just been increased or a second dose added if you all were happy with it. Dr's start complicating things when they add ...
If on focalin and have been misdiagnosed w/ ADHD discovered to actually suffer from asbergers?
Question posted by Colletti on 8 Nov 2011 • 1 answer
Related support groups: focalin, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd)
HPoole's answer: Since you've now been properly diagnosed, you can be properly treated. Asperger's Syndrome is also treated with ADHD medications sometimes to help with concentration, focus, and impulsivity. It slows down the brain and racing thoughts, allowing for ...
Re: Loss of appetite?
Question posted by sweetisme on 9 Nov 2011 • 2 answers
Related support groups: appetite, vyvanse
HPoole's response: Unfortunately ALL stimulant ADHD medications have weight loss and appetite loss as a MAJOR side effect! You could talk to his Dr. about lowering the dosage or breaking up the dosage even. Like lowering to 20mg first thing in the A.M. or taking just ...
