[scombs0035]

I have taken Adderall regularly for a few months now and i was wondering if Ritalin is the same or no i take them for extra energy and help on loosing weight i am aware its not healthy but i still do it ... if anyone can help me with the similarites of the two??please

[Robert_325]

Originally Posted by scombs0035

I have taken Adderall regularly for a few months now and i was wondering if Ritalin is the same or no i take them for extra energy and help on loosing weight i am aware its not healthy but i still do it ... if anyone can help me with the similarites of the two??please

They are both amphetamines and have similar qualities used for weight management and attention defecit disorder among other things. I'm not a big fan of amphetamines at all. In fact I hate both drugs totally, but there are medicinal values to each of the medications however small. Both medications have good points for the right people. They are both so often used and abused by so many people though that I think they are some of the most overly prescribed medications on the market today. I wish you the best of luck. God bless.

[bluebird2]

according to this article that compares ritalin vs adderall they're not both amphetamines. It goes through the differences et cetra and should be a good read for the OP.

[Debpurpletiger]

Adderal is just slow released - so you just need to dose once daily - preferably in the Morning.

[John Weelsen]

Originally Posted by scombs0035

I have taken Adderall regularly for a few months now and i was wondering if Ritalin is the same or no i take them for extra energy and help on loosing weight i am aware its not healthy but i still do it ... if anyone can help me with adderall the similarites of the two??please

See that:
Adderall
Generic Name: Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine
Adderall is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Adderall is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Adderall may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ritalin
Generic Name: Methylphenidate
Ritalin is a mild central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Ritalin is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy (an uncontrollable desire to sleep). When given for attention deficit disorder, Ritalin should be an integral part of a total treatment program that includes psychological, educational, and social measures.

It is not Amphetamine but have a similar appointment

[Been-there-done-that]

I took adderall for 4 years , it had much less peaks & valleys than ritalin, I used ritalin for a year as well. I have been off these drugs for about 2 years now and never felt more like myself, rather than feeling like a robot,preprogrammed, etc... I have ADHD and with age & knowledge comes wisdom and you begin to know yourself better & you can manage yourself better, I am now 31. I do miss all the amazing things I pulled off on the stimulants but a pure life means more than that to me.

And yes, Ritalin - Methylphenidate & Adderall - Amphetamine, dextroamphetamine are different mixes of salts.

I used Focain for a few years as well, that was the best med for me, a bit more intense than the other 2 tho.

God bless.

[Been-there-done-that]

I meant Focalin not Focain, lol. Its just another stimulant drug in the rainbow of them.

[kidmonster]

I have seen my wife use Adderall as per perscribed by her psych. and she did have alot more energy, slight weight loss and higher confidence, but she refuses to see that it is kinda like speed. But I have my own issues to work out!