Posted by mattw84 on September 16, 2004, at 21:51:17
In reply to Re: adderall xr - new perscription to start tomorrow, posted by grandcentral on September 16, 2004, at 18:30:21
I started my add treatment with the XR, used it for about a month. It works by releasing 2 doses of adderall into your system, one immediately, and another coated in wax that releases about 5 hours later. You may in fact be able to feel when the first wears off and the second starts; however doubtful at the starting dose... I ended up switching to the immediate release because I found the XR didn't provide 'coverage' throughout the day. I also have much more control over my dosing, say one day I have to work and study and go to classes or whatever -- I take 10mg 3x that day. But the next I get to sleep in, and mostly have nothing "important to do" I might only take 5mg 2 or 3x. I have also tried ritalin and far prefer the adderall, though some might argue otherwise. You may want to check out the ADD forum over at http://www.amenclinic.com - They all are on adderall and have had TONS of experience with it. Good luck!
Matt
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