I was just reading through some of these comments about Ritalin, and I wanted to add my experiences. I was diagnosed with ADD my senior year of college (over 10 years ago) and had been taken Ritalin ever since. I agree with all the comments about experiencing the jitters and how you can operate with little sleep. Despite the side effects, it was a miracle! I had always taken the max dosage 20 ...
JamieRoss | 13-18 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
11/6/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 3.0
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Although Ritalin is quite effective in increasing work ethic, you can expect the exact same results in any other drug boosting dopamine levels; inclusive of marijuana and cocaine which have very close links to users. Do not listen to anyone who attempts to justify that Ritalin is safe, it is not. I, alongside some close friends and family, have been prescribed for several years and it is very clear the changes in our personality. The creativity and humour we once had has been replaced by depressing thoughts, mood swings and above all a very strong dependency on a drug that now dictates our lives. In contradiction to my doctor's words, Ritalin is not safe nor necessary and believe me once you begin to take it, you will find yourself lost without it. Read More Read Less
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baldbobc | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/27/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 3.7
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At 20mg 3X/Day (which I believe is at the high end of safe/effective dosage), some improvement is noticed with wakefulness and energy gain. Mental acuity, however, showed little improvement, especially after two hours of taking the prescribed dosage.
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bosmom71 | 7-12 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Caregiver
10/22/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 1.7
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My 9 year old son has been on a 5 mg dose for a year now and after it wears off during late afternoon he has angry/emotional outbursts.
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NWQA | 13-18 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/20/2013
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 4.3
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I used Ritalin for 3-4 months on 1/2 tablet 10mg morning, 1 tablet noon for concentration because of my depression. It has worked fine in increasing concentration and focus although there is a risk of overdose if taking 80 mg.
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
9/15/2013
Condition: Other
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Had carbon monoxide poisoning. Given for concentration. I had memory loss. I can function so much better with the Ritalin.
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enodosen | 19-24 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/10/2013
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.3
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It made me fell "icky" even though it improved focus and concentration.
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Anonymous | 75 or over | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Caregiver
8/26/2013
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 1.0
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leomisfits | 19-24 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
8/8/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 1.7
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It makes me feel very depressed even though it somehow helps me to concentrate better. it also makes feel very weird and suicidal, I wouldnt recomend anyone to take this drug.
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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
8/1/2013
Condition: Recurring Sleep Episodes During the Day
Overall rating 5.0
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scottbusch | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/22/2013
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 3.3
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not as helpful as I hoprd
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Anonymous | 7-12 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Caregiver
7/9/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 3.3
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I gave this drug to my son, it help him , but the mood swings its just too much.
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Anonymous | 3-6 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/27/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 1.0
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NOT WORKING FOR MY SON AT ALL TERRIBLE EMOTIONAL OUT BURSTS IRRITATED FITS!!!!!!
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[email protected] | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Caregiver
6/22/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 4.0
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ritilan | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/7/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 1.0
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At first it was great it gave my the motivation to start and finish my projects. Where before I never had the desire to do anything. You will get a burst of happiness and you want to talk to people a very good feeling. But then there is a coming down time this is awful. I got very angry and confused I really don't think I could even walk right. I just don't think this is a good drug I think it is just like cocaine. I don't want to be a drug addict. Its a awful drug
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
6/4/2013
Condition: Other
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I toke it from k to 4 or 5 grade for ADD.
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bschlag | 7-12 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Caregiver
5/23/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 5.0
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I put my son on this med in the middle of the school year and he was behind and wanting to hold him back even at the middle of the year.. After he got on it he jumped a grade level and is doing great.. He say it helps his head feel better!! LOVE THIS
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skittles | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
5/21/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 2.0
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sheryl | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
5/4/2013
Condition: Recurring Sleep Episodes During the Day
Overall rating 5.0
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used for years with no problems
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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/21/2013
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.7
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Disko | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Caregiver
4/13/2013
Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
Overall rating 2.3
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Medication does work. Too easy to use and control own dosage. Saved then binged on special occasions.
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