Posted by not exactly on January 27, 2003, at 15:29:50
In reply to Need RITILAN advice!!!, posted by Angel1 on January 26, 2003, at 13:32:42
Angel,
It's possibile that you're taking too much. Yes, I know that 5 mg is the lowest-dose pill that they make, but when Ritalin is used as an add-on AD enhancer, small amounts can make a big difference. Also, you may be hypersensitive to stimulants (many people are, including myself).
Try taking only 1/2 a pill B.I.D. and see if that helps. You may find that gives you all the benefits without the roller-coaster. Even as little as 1/4 pill may be sufficient. In general, taking the smallest effective dose will minimize side effects and rebound.
You could use a pill splitter (available at drug stores), but I find that the tiny pills tend to crumble. I get consistently better results by pre-scoring with a sharp knife (using a sawing motion rather than pressure) and then snapping the pill in half with my fingertips. For 1/4 pill doses, pre-score both ways (+) before breaking.
Another method is to dissolve one pill in a small quantity of water (put in a vial, soak & shake) and drink half the solution. Make sure you use all the solution within a day or 2 so it doesn't deteriorate.
Hope this helps.
- Bob
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