Amphetamine for ADHD User Reviews (Page 2)

• Gha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 18, 2015

"I have to say I thought it would be like Adderall, but it's really not. I read their study, yeah, I'm a dork, but I remember it saying different mixtures working differently. If you are having problems with your current ADHD med, talk to your doctor and get a 60-pill free trial."

• Jes...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2018

"I told my doctor that I did great on the Vyvanse but simply could no longer afford it. Had me try the Adzenys with a free coupon, for me, it seems like it has no effect on the ADHD, but it does make me feel like I'm out of my body just a little bit, like on a body high, which is great if you want that, but not if you need to work on your concentration. Seem to be getting very forgetful on it, missing turns while driving, or not even remembering that I had put my lunch in the work fridge. Only been on it for 15 days and will go back to Adderall after this 30 days. For me personally, Vyvanse was solid, Adderall does the job but not as smooth as Vyvanse, Adzenys makes me feel like I'm on an alcohol/drug cocktail, and Strattera gave me absolutely the worst side effects that I couldn't even finish the initial 30-day prescription. Hope this helps somebody because all I heard was good things about Adzenys, and this thread helped me realize that some people were going through similar things."

• Lit...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 23, 2020

"After trying every methylphenidate and non-stimulant-based medication possible, my doctor told me that she was thinking of me when she read about Adzenys. She thought it would be a good fit. I can't thank her enough! I know it's only Day 1, but today my head has been clear, focused, I've been able to accomplish so many tasks! My feet are cold, but that's nothing new. I had the same side effect on methylphenidate."

• Vin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 16, 2019

"33-year-old male. I have been off and on stimulants my whole life. I take Lamictal, Cymbalta, Xanax, and Evekeo. Evekeo has been an excellent medication for me, and it just went generic, which is a huge plus. I don't get the tunnel vision that Adderall gave me, or the extremely anxious and depressed feelings I got from Adderall. Ritalin made my body, even my bones, ache. I felt like I had the flu, and it actually made me less effective. Vyvanse made my blood pressure extremely high, and I felt like I metabolized the dose extremely fast. I felt somewhat manic on the medication. I take 30 mg of Evekeo, 10, 3x per day."

• Und...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 11, 2018

"I just recently had to switch doctors because I moved states. Well, she switched my meds. I was on Adderall XR. It worked really well for me, but she insisted this new medication would be much better. I have now been on Adzenys for one week, and I’m miserable. I have a migraine-like headache, and I haven’t slept more than 3 hours at a time. I will be putting in a call tomorrow for my old Adderall."

• Gan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 15, 2019

"My daughter has been on a few other medications. The first one worked well with a few long meltdowns. They switched her to QualiChew, and that made her angry and defiant. She was just switched to this Dyanavel a week ago, and it's been amazing so far. Not one meltdown about anything, which is huge for her! Seems to be focused and overall a sweet and happy girl. Pray it stays this way!"

• JaJ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 3, 2018

"I went through Adderall IR, Adderall XR, and Vyvanse before trying Adzenys, and boy, am I glad I did. Adzenys has a nice, gradual come up and keeps me focused all day. At the end of the day, there is absolutely no crash at all. This was always a major problem for me, the way these medications caused me to crash hard as they were wearing off. If this is an issue for you, I would suggest you ask your doctor about Adzenys. I'm glad I finally found a medication that worked so well to control my ADD."

• sar...
• December 28, 2016

"18-year-old college female. I've been medicated for 4 years now and tried Concerta (which was hell) and Vyvanse (the devil's drug). Evekeo was amazing at first, kind of similar to Vyvanse, and then it went downhill. Whereas on Vyvanse I just wouldn't eat and was depressed and spacey, this one didn't have side effects like that. But after a while, it made me incredibly mean and didn't seem to take away the verbal impulse side of the hyperactivity. I'm normally an incredibly happy person, but when I'm on this medicine, I'm a bitch to whoever over whatever for no reason at all. It did help with the focusing though."

• All...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 27, 2018

"Dyanavel XR has been a blessing to my boys. ADHD highly affected them both by the time they reached third grade. My boys are both honor roll students now in an academic challenge magnet school. I too was against meds, but I had to save my boys' lives. The best decision I ever made. The school is very impressed."

• all...
• July 30, 2016

"20 y/o college female. Keeps me alert, focused, awake. I usually wait a little bit after taking it to have caffeine, not necessary, just personal preference based on how it makes me feel. Switched to it after taking Vyvanse for almost a year, which was great, but it eventually made me irritable. So far, I have loved this medication. No side effects, but if you take a dose too late in the day, it will keep you up at night. I take 5 mg in the morning and then another dose when I really need to focus. Shorter release, so I feel like I need a nap after 4-5 hours. Overall, would recommend."

• lde...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 23, 2023

"Recently, I switched from taking Adderall to Vyvanse and then to Adzenys. I have been taking short-acting Adderall tablets on and off for the past twenty years, twice a day. I tried Vyvanse hoping that it would last longer during the day, up to twelve hours. Unfortunately, I experienced terrible side effects, such as mood swings, insomnia, and zero focus. I tried doses ranging from 40-70mg and spent six months on it, only to switch to Adzenys. I started taking Adzenys last month, and it is more like Adderall. It provides a mellow focus and does not cause additional anxiety. However, it only lasts for about six to eight hours, and my doctor is hesitant to prescribe it twice a day. We are increasing the dose this month, and I hope it is more effective. The packaging is inconvenient, but the medication works, and the carry case is nice and fits in my locked bag for safety. The easy-to-take tabs are definitely a hazard around children because they look like candy or something. However, if you are responsible for your medications and keep them locked up for safety, it should not be a problem. The pharmacy takes a long time to restock it as well."

• Adz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 28, 2022

"Adzenys 15.7 mg was my saving grace. After a bunch of trial and error and months of trying other ADHD medications that never worked, I was ready to throw in the towel. I was up to a high dose of Adderall daily that I had never felt anything with besides painful crashes, and Strattera made me feel wired and foggy. Adzenys was my perfect puzzle piece after constant frustration with Adderall somehow never working and Strattera inducing severe anxiety. Adzenys is a subtle jerk forward for me and doesn't wire me too hard on things to the point of being antisocial and anxious. I still feel like myself on this medication, just a version of myself that strives to be productive and aim for better habits. That being said, though, my task initiation isn't really there, but once I get myself to sit down and start one, I can controllably focus on it to the degree I want. It is definitely extended release and can feel it hit at random times harder than others, but I've never had a painful crash."

• Luc...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 22, 2017

"Simply the best. The only side effect of this med is increased concentration and dry mouth :). It doesn't make me feel like my heart is racing or that my blood pressure is up. I'm really happy with this med. I had a hard time sticking with Concerta and other off-brands, and I didn't like any of the Adderall products. Since starting this, I haven't missed a single dose."

• Bea...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 28, 2018

"I was very disappointed with varying generics of Adderall XR for my combined ADHD. Brand was better but caused some side effects. Adzenys ODT is a million times better than either. I think my body doesn't respond well to amphetamine salts (Adderall) but does to amphetamine base (Adzenys). Or maybe some of the inactive ingredients that are artificial sweeteners in Adderall (aspartame, for example) are reacting badly; I know I can't eat or drink any foods with aspartame or saccharin without getting headaches and low blood sugar, but this would still not explain why the active amphetamine in Adzenys works so much better for me, so I'm going to have to go with the salt vs. base hypothesis. Adzenys doesn't make me sleepy like Adderall XR/IR, feels cleaner and smoother, works better for ADHD symptoms like impatience, impulsivity, procrastination, avolition, and task initiation and completion. I just wish there was an Adzenys IR."

• Sha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 13, 2017

"I was taking 2 of the 20 mg Adderall a day, and they wore off quick. The doctor had tried my son on this new medicine, and it worked for him. So I asked our doctor to switch me also. The only drawback was that no one in our town carries it. I could either drive an hour to a Walgreens that carried it or wait a week for the Walgreens in our town to get it in. They said they won't just order this medicine to keep on hand until we have filled 4 prescriptions, which I thought made no sense. Luckily, our local CVS has it on hand, and the $25 coupon our doctor gave us has been wonderful. With our insurance, it would cost $89, but I was able to get the first prescription FREE!! And then each one after for $25."

• The...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 5, 2016

"I am so thrown off at how many positive reviews I have seen on this stuff, however, I must have an insane pH balance (causes amphetamines to become ineffective), but I do not see how it is possible to take the highest dose they provide and not even feel anything... like I have not taken anything at all... The other night, I got so tired that I fell asleep without warning!"

• Gra...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 18, 2023

"This medication is fabulous for me. I have no side effects, no crash, and it seems to last 10-12 hours. The only clue I get that it either is wearing off or has worn off is feeling a little bit hungry late at night. Sometimes I eat something healthy when that happens and sometimes I go to bed since it's late by that time. I can focus, but I also have energy. I'm eating a bit less, but I notice the difference in how great my house is looking (organized) and how my FitBit is hitting over 10,000 steps daily. I started on Cotempla XR-ODT first, and it made me tired and disorganized. I quit after 1 week. Then tried Adzenys XR-ODT and slowly increased the dosage to 18.8. That seems to be the perfect medication and dosage for excellent results for me. I normally eat very clean, but 2 snack-size Halloween candy bars made me feel nauseous and dizzy. So I will avoid sugar and limit caffeine. I don't drink coffee, only tea, so not an issue. This medication is a miracle."

• Sym...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 31, 2019

"For my limited purposes, Evekeo has worked great. I use it as a booster dose late in the day. The difference between this med and Adderall is that Evekeo is 50/50 d- and l-amphetamine, whereas Adderall is 75% d/25% l. Theoretically, that change to 50/50 should decrease the “high” dopamine feeling mg-for-mg and increase norepinephrine release, which could increase cardiovascular side effects. But for me, I only take 10 mg, so it’s like a cup of coffee with better focus late in the day. At higher doses, maybe Adderall would be better, but as a booster, I find Evekeo to be effective and free of any significant side effects."

• Pep...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 8, 2023

"I’ve been taking Adzenys XR-ODT 18.8 mg for the past month after I was unable to fill my Vyvanse script (70 mg) due to the national shortage. As someone who’s undergone a LOT of trial and error with stimulants (Ritalin, Concerta, Focalin, Dyanavel XR, Adderall XR, and Vyvanse), I can confidently say this medication does its job. Though I prefer Vyvanse overall, Adzenys does carry its fair share of benefits. Improved focus and greatly reduced impulsivity are the two that stick out the most. On the contrary, its adverse side effects can be an inconvenience with diarrhea/upset stomach and uncontrollable irritability during its “crash” being the most prominent (personally speaking). The packaging is neat in design and is extremely convenient when you’re on the go, however, the blisters are a pain to open. All together, I’d place this medication in the top 3 most effective stimulants with Adderall XR and Vyvanse being the ultimate champs."

• Hol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2016

"I have taken Adderall XR for several years and found that long-acting amphetamine was the best treatment for my ADHD. However, I frequently had issues remembering to take it in the mornings and would often forget to take my medicine. Adzenys XR-ODT is so convenient in the blister pack I remember to take it, and the orange flavor is great! It lasts all day, and I don't get a bad crash at the end of the day like I used to with my Adderall XR. Also, got the first month free and pay only $25 per month with the co-pay card."

• Ang...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 13, 2019

"My 10-year-old has been on this for 2 years, we were the guinea pigs and were the first to try this medicine at his doctor's office, and it has literally been a lifesaver. His whole life that he has had ADHD has now changed for the better after starting Dyanavel. The school has noticed a huge change for the better, and he actually enjoys life now. He is on 7 mg daily."

• bip...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 19, 2018

"Adzenys XR-ODT gave me great, smooth, long-lasting effects. I’ve had a bit of an increase in physical anxiety/agitation, but that’s largely subsided. Also had some difficulty falling asleep, but I stopped having this effect within 2 weeks. I’m honestly amazed that I have absolutely zero crash with Adzenys, even as I’ve increased my dose a bit. I’ve always experienced crashes with ADD drugs until I found Adzenys."

• Nic...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2018

"At first, this medication worked great. Now I noticed a couple of side effects: soreness in legs, increased urination, but worst of all was the increased agitation and dry mouth. On the plus side, the medication works better than other ADHD medications on the market. It has increased focus and helped level off my energy. I built up a fast tolerance using the 9.3 mg. I have only taken it for two months, hopefully, it keeps working!"

• lia...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2020

"My insurance no longer covers Vyvanse (70 mg), which has worked wonderfully for me over the last 6 years. My doc gave me an Rx for this, along with a coupon that makes it cost only $35. I took it for the first time this morning, and I hate it!!! My body feels cold, ears are ringing, and I can't focus to save my life. I just want this stuff out of my system."

• Din...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 6, 2019

"Having a high metabolism, my medications wear off very quickly. Dr. and I talked about trying Evekeo, but decided to try adding one more dose of Adderall XR to the mix. When that didn’t help, I tried Evekeo and discontinued the Adderall XR but kept the afternoon doses of IR. As for Evekeo, I had a very bad reaction to it. My face broke out, and not pimples but sores that are now going to scar. My depression (which I haven’t had in a while due to the consistency of taking medication) was three times worse, I went to a very dark place. I went days without sleeping, no motivation or drive to do anything, very irritable, very mean, not social at all, terrible intrusive thinking, pushed away anyone that was close to me, no appetite at all, headaches, muscle soreness, and vomiting/diarrhea. Thankfully, we stopped the medication, but I don’t want to feel like this ever again!"