Posted by Richdawn on August 14, 2005, at 20:28:41
In reply to Sustained benefits from stimulants, posted by Mr.Scott on August 14, 2005, at 1:18:46
My son (age 22) has taken Adderall for a year and a half and has not had a dosage increase. The med is still working great to control his ADD and some depression. However he does take some drug vacations - about every 2 weeks, he doesn't take the Adderall during that weekend.
HOpe this helps
Richdawn
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> Can anyone here say they have maintained benfit from using methylphenidate or amphetamine for depression of any sort, or for chronic fatigue?
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> Or is it a forgone conclusion that tolerance develops and either the dose is pushed, or the therapy is switched?
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> Interested to hear your responses.
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> Scott
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