Posted by jealibeanz on February 11, 2007, at 6:35:29
In reply to Re: Metabolism and Controlled Release Drugs, posted by elanor roosevelt on February 10, 2007, at 22:24:41
OK, I've basically realized without doubt that the controlled release mechanisms of both Concerta and Ritalin LA don't work for me, as stated.
I did try opening the capsules and chewing the beads. This does seem to be more effective and lasts longer than just swallowing the capsule. Obviouisly this isn't a good choice long-term, especially since it's not what my doctor prescribed me to do. I think it lasts longer simply because a higher dose of a stim will last longer than a lower dose... so now I'm pretty much getting 30mg IR, instead of the 15 IR and nothing else.
So, I'm looking for a controlled release stimulant that doesnt use the same formula as Ritalin LA... the coated beads within a capsule.
Methylin ER is a coated tablet. The picture just looks like as Aspirin tablet. This seems like an option.
Metadate ER is also available in coated tablets. I've never seen a picture.
Ritalin SR is also a coated tablet. I've heard poor reviews of this formulation is comparison to the IR and LA version. But who knows... it may work for me.
Are there any others I should know about? What do you think of my idea?
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