Posted by jerrympls on March 21, 2006, at 12:54:06
In reply to Re: I've got a good med combo, but still need advi, posted by djmmm on March 21, 2006, at 12:32:20
> > > > > > >>
> > > > I'm just frustrated......ya know?
> > > >
> > > > Jerry
> > > >
> > >
> > > You betcha. I do know.
> > >
> > > Got a quick question for you, though: I just stopped Adderall, because it made me so irritable, but I'm wondering if Adderall XR might be more tolerable? Have you tried both versions? (I remember when you first came here -- I think you've tried much more than I have...)
> > >
> > > (Speaking of which, you do seem in a much better place now than you were then. I'm glad to see it. I think you had a lot of people worried for you back then.)
> >
> > Hey Racer-
> >
> > yeah - I was in a BAD place this past summer - among other times. But I've been relatively stable recently after returning to school.
> >
> > As for Adderall - I certainly do notice a difference between the immediate release and the XR version. The big difference is the immediate release hits you quickly and quite hard - whereas the XR is VERY smooth. I've been on Ritalin, Concerta, Dexedrine and Adderall and I have to say the Adderall XR has helped me the most. But I don't seem to get increased anxiety or irritability from stimulants - only from being sleep deprived. IF I had to choose a #2 stim, it would be Dexedrine for sure - the extended release form.
> >
> > I've just started taking a B-complex vitamin supplement to see if it helps with my overall reaction to stressors. I'm also trying a sublingual form of B-12. Ever tried those?
> >
> > Hope you're hanging in there!
> >
> > Jerry
>
> Hey Jerry...
>
> Im guessing the adderall is keeping you awake...try taking the last (3rd dose) earlier if you can, or eliminate the 3rd dose.....for example, if I take my 2nd dose of parnate anytime after 12 noon, I cant sleep at night, but before 12, Im fine. Also, B vitamins are VERY stimulating for many, try taking it in the morning ONLY. I have had success with Melatonin (9 mgs) and 50-75mg of benadryl knocked me out better than ambien/sonata, etc <---- worked well, but caused rebound insomnia the next night!
>
> Some other "alternative" sleep aids.. you could try an evening yoga class, it has helped me in the past, avoiding caffeine, try some of the teas that promote sleep (like sleepy time tea, or bedtime tea-- both contain relaxing herbs like hops, passionflower, kava, etc). Aerobic exercise can help release the excess adrenaline.
>
> good luck!Perhaps that's why I got really irritable this morning - I took a B complex vitamin and B-12. I noticed effects rather quickly - irrritated at everything and now I feel "dissatisfied" and depressed - even though I've already taken the Adderall. I didn't think the B vitamins woul dhave such an effect.
UGH I hate this feeling - I just want everything to go away! It's so wierd - I haven't felt like this in a long time. Odd.
poster:jerrympls
thread:622379
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20060315/msgs/622912.html