Hello! I am new and I am a 19 year old male.

I recently switched psychiatrists and (they always think we are crazy when we just have ADD:p ). I was really open to the new woman and I told her how 3 years ago I sold drugs on a small scale when I was a young idiot punk kid and how I have been clean since a year before I began treatment for ADD.

She became recalcitrant and wanted me to "consider" switching to Straterra.

I explained that I had originally been on Straterra for 6 months and it was horrible (over 2 years ago when first diagnosed).

She then finally agreed to write me out a prescription for Adderall but she wanted me to cut my dose from two 20 mg's to one since I told her that in the Summer I take less than prescribed.

When I took the prescription to the pharmacy they said they were out of Adderall and I'd have to wait three days. After I got it I felt nothing when I took it; I even took two and then a third one a few hours later and nothing.

A single Adderall is usually more than enough for me when I haven't taken it for a few days.

I feel that the reluctance of the psychiatrist along with the delay at the pharmacy could be the result of me being prescribed a placebo.

Does "Placebo Adderall" exist? Is that legal?

It's nice to find a forum like this, regardless. Thank you. :)

I had subscription turned off by default and this should now subscribe me as I changed the setting.

I highly doubt that it is legal to give you "fake" Adderall.

Also if you haven't taken it in a while, you may have forgotten the "feeling" you get when taking it. That's how it was for me anyways. You really shouldn't "feel" medicine... It should just make you feel less anxious, and control your specific symptoms of ADD/ADHD. Also- this is a different dose than you were used it, correct?? Did she switch you to XR instead of the original short acting version? Dosage and form makes a big difference.

Anyway, back to the "fake" Adderall:
Give us some more information about the prescription. When you read the prescription, written by the doctor, what did it say exactly? Was your Co-Pay the same? What does the bottle say? Is it generic or brand name? Is it Adderall XR or original short-acting Adderall? I highly doubt this is a "fake" prescription. Look into these questions and get back to us. :)

I highly doubt that it is legal to give you "fake" Adderall.Yea, it as probably my ADD(H)D riddled brain tricking me! :p

Also if you haven't taken it in a while, you may have forgotten the "feeling" you get when taking it. True. I am used to XR and that's what this was so it wasn't a change in prescription.
When you read the prescription, written by the doctor, what did it say exactly? It looked normal but it was for half the dose.
Was your Co-Pay the same?Yeah.


Adderall XR or original short-acting Adderall? I highly doubt this is a "fake" prescription.
XR.
I was probably just paranoid. :o I am glad I found this site though. :D

I can sense the Adderall now helping as of 30 mins ago. It just seemed delayed. Since I got a new psychiatrist I was about a week without taking it and then with three more days added.

Really I'm replying to this thread just because somebody who says "recalcitrant" deserves a reply. They just do. It's a great word!

So, as you've already concluded there is not much chance that it's fake, but hey, I'm recalcitrant to state that catagorically.

And stay around. There's alot to learn her.

For future reference it is illegal to prescribe placebo's or to fill placebo's without the patience prior knowledge. Kinda defeats the purpose I know; but, placebo's are generally only used in the experimental stages anymore and you are forced to sign a waver stating you are aware you may or may not be given one thru the course of therapy.

We used to use them for anxiety, fake chest pains, etc, etc in the nursing home. The problem with placebos is your treating something that may be very real with nothing more then a skittle and many people suffered because of this that is why congress went about changing the standard for placebo's.

Cherity

what do you mean by fake Adderall???...what...

what do you mean by fake Adderall???...what...
M&M,
It's for people who don't want to take Ritalin. :D

Ritalin is bad imo we've heard this just recently on t.v. Ritalin
causes rage. I still didn't get that when you said it's for people
who don't want to take Ritalin but then fake Adderall isn't Adderall
I take it. placebo Adderall??? what the heck...dude!

Ritalin is bad imo we've heard this just recently on t.v. Ritalin
causes rage. I still didn't get that when you said it's for people
who don't want to take Ritalin but then fake Adderall isn't Adderall
I take it. placebo Adderall??? what the heck...dude!

What quality research can you point to, that states that Ritalin causes rage? or is this some unsubstantiated sensationalism that you're quoting?

Depending on your bodies reaction any med can cause a rage or other side effect. It has nothing to do with the med necessarily rather then how your own body breaks it down and uses the med. Percocet can cause extreme rage in the elderly because their blood stream is slowed and the med does not break down properly.

Its unfair to base a small number of side effects or adverse reactions on the whole population when more patients have had great benefits and improvements from Ritilin then those who have not. Unless, your striving for sensationalism.

what the heck...dude!
Sorry, MnmMan, I was jesting.
And that's dudette to you, bud. :D

When I took the prescription to the pharmacy they said they were out of Adderall and I'd have to wait three days. After I got it I felt nothing when I took it; I even took two and then a third one a few hours later and nothing.

A single Adderall is usually more than enough for me when I haven't taken it for a few days.

I feel that the reluctance of the psychiatrist along with the delay at the pharmacy could be the result of me being prescribed a placebo.

Does "Placebo Adderall" exist? Is that legal?
What really concerns me is that you took so many pills within hours of each other (of the XR version)- I wouldn't do that again. Now I'm not trying to scold you, I just hope you're aware of what Adderall can do. If you were only taking 10mgs each time it was probably fine, but at higher doses that can be somewhat dangerous...Adderall is an amphetamine (a CNS stimulant) which, if not taken in controlled doses can severely effect your cardiovascular system.
All right I'm done, just be careful next time, and call the pharmacist or your M.D. (or another one if you don't trust yours).

Sorry if I'm just repeating what others have already told you. So the reason why you probably didn't feel the effects right away is b/c it was Adderall-XR. B/c the XR is sustained-release, it doesn't come on all of the sudden its gradual, and it was also a decreased dose (from what you usually take). By the way the peak effects of Adderall-XR, I believe are generally (all depending on the pt.) felt at about 1.5-2hrs, just F.Y.I.

Nucking Futs (I think thats who wrote this next statement) is right, it is against the law to do anything to a patient without their expressed knowledge and consent, as long as they are of sound mind (and if all you have is ADD you are still of sound mind) that goes for the pharmacist and the M.D. (although the smaller details of the laws differ from state to state).

As for why the pharmacy took so long to fill the prescription, in my experience, b/c Adderall-XR is a bit newer they often run out of it, b/c of unanticipated scripts. If I am getting mine filled at my usual pharmacy it's usually fine, because they know I'll be there every month for it But if for some reason I have to get it filled at another pharmacy I usually call ahead to make sure they have enough, just a suggestion. But they probably really did run out.

And now I am done babbling...

Hello! I am new and I am a 19 year old male.

I recently switched psychiatrists and (they always think we are crazy when we just have ADD:p ). I was really open to the new woman and I told her how 3 years ago I sold drugs on a small scale when I was a young idiot punk kid and how I have been clean since a year before I began treatment for ADD.

She became recalcitrant and wanted me to "consider" switching to Straterra.

I explained that I had originally been on Straterra for 6 months and it was horrible (over 2 years ago when first diagnosed).

She then finally agreed to write me out a prescription for Adderall but she wanted me to cut my dose from two 20 mg's to one since I told her that in the Summer I take less than prescribed.

When I took the prescription to the pharmacy they said they were out of Adderall and I'd have to wait three days. After I got it I felt nothing when I took it; I even took two and then a third one a few hours later and nothing.

A single Adderall is usually more than enough for me when I haven't taken it for a few days.

I feel that the reluctance of the psychiatrist along with the delay at the pharmacy could be the result of me being prescribed a placebo.

Does "Placebo Adderall" exist? Is that legal?

It's nice to find a forum like this, regardless. Thank you. :)
Did it say "placebo" anywhere on the bottle or prescription? Doctors do that occasioanlly. Who the manufacturer on the bottle? (sorry, questions)

For future reference it is illegal to prescribe placebo's or to fill placebo's without the patience prior knowledge. Kinda defeats the purpose I know; but, placebo's are generally only used in the experimental stages anymore and you are forced to sign a waver stating you are aware you may or may not be given one thru the course of therapy.

We used to use them for anxiety, fake chest pains, etc, etc in the nursing home. The problem with placebos is your treating something that may be very real with nothing more then a skittle and many people suffered because of this that is why congress went about changing the standard for placebo's.

Cherity
Have you been reading up with the news and things about how it is controversy right now whether it is against the law or not? Pharmacists are allowed to perscribe what they call "duds" if they feel it is against their moral beliefs. There are all kinds of cases where they even give women fake birth control. HA! What is this world coming to?

[/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT]I had a similar issues with Chemical Dependency and Adderall prescription with my provider. My idea was to have my parents dispense it. I know not everyone can do that, but it keeps me on the med that works best for my ADD. I have felt a wee bit of a difference with generic amphetamine salts and brand name Adderall. But it was not enough to matter in the long run. The main thing is that you were truthful to your provider, which if you were scamming you would have not told the provider. Just go with the prescription until the next visit and maybe it will be raised.

Have you been reading up with the news and things about how it is controversy right now whether it is against the law or not? Pharmacists are allowed to perscribe what they call "duds" if they feel it is against their moral beliefs. There are all kinds of cases where they even give women fake birth control. HA! What is this world coming to?
Um... This is completely against the law. First of all, IF there were cases where pharmacists gave fake birth control to women, they would lose their license, face charges, etc. etc. Secondly, pharmacists do NOT prescribe anything. They fill the prescription that is given to them either directly from the physician or from the patient. Also they are NOT allowed to fill with "duds". And about a pharmacist's "moral beliefs"?? What the heck? If they felt it "morally wrong" to ever dispense Adderall, birth control, or whatever to a patient... they would never have gone through Pharmacy school in the first place. You have been severely misinformed.

I know this is an ancient thread but it was one of the first to pop up on a google search. I take generic Adderall, I don't think they're extended release just regular.

Anyhow my dose is 20mg twice a day (they are peach/orange & oval, or sometimes bright pink & round). I've noticed over many years that their strength seems to fluctuate. Some months I get a bottle that doesn't seem to affect me at all. These pills also seem to be a slightly lighter color. Though that could be my mind playing tricks on me, I never think to compare before I realize I have a weaker bottle.

So maybe the pharmaceutical company cuts costs sometimes or maybe the pills just sat around on a shelf for too long.

You know, I am on Adderal, and there was a month where I felt like I took it and it did absolutely nothing for me for that whole month. You are not alone there.

So you told her you used to sell drugs? And then you are concerned that she might be using that against you?

Its cool to be open with your psychiatrist, but when they are prescribing you drugs and you are telling them you used to sell drugs. Not sure if anyone wouldn't make that logical connection.

I don't think that their is some secret code that the psyciatrist would write on the prescription to tell the pharmacy to give you the fake addreall.

If she had doubts about your character she wouldn't have written you a prescriptoin or would have written you one for some other drug that has less street value.

lol, fake birth control is just wrong.

Anyway, I notice my self that the first day of adderall is very subtle, and the next day it's stronger in some cases (not always). This may have been what was happening with you.

Found this on Google search and realize it's old, HOWEVER....I'm glad I found it. I've been taking generic (Barr manufactured) Adderall 15mgs for about a year and a half now. I got the CorePharma (pink) one month last year and hated it. However, I just got my refill and everything about the appearance of the pill is the same, but it's not sweet when I take it, like all the other months. Also, I noticed (coincidentally) on my prescription that the doctor had written an "empty-set" symbol (zero with a slash through it), whereas previously he has always written "NR" for no refill. Not sure what this means, but my BP was up slightly when I went in this time and I'm just wondering if he's somehow prescribed a placebo to give my body a break from the stimulation? I know it sounds paranoid, but I know my body/mind and how I'm supposed to FEEL, yes FEEL when I take my meds and it's just not cutting it this time. That reaction, along with the lack of "sweetness" has me concerned. As well, and this may sound ridiculous, the definition of the imprints on the tabs seems sharper, even though it's from same manufacturer. Just wanted to add my two bits....

Found this on Google search and realize it's old, HOWEVER....I'm glad I found it. I've been taking generic (Barr manufactured) Adderall 15mgs for about a year and a half now. I got the CorePharma (pink) one month last year and hated it. However, I just got my refill and everything about the appearance of the pill is the same, but it's not sweet when I take it, like all the other months. Also, I noticed (coincidentally) on my prescription that the doctor had written an "empty-set" symbol (zero with a slash through it), whereas previously he has always written "NR" for no refill. Not sure what this means, but my BP was up slightly when I went in this time and I'm just wondering if he's somehow prescribed a placebo to give my body a break from the stimulation? I know it sounds paranoid, but I know my body/mind and how I'm supposed to FEEL, yes FEEL when I take my meds and it's just not cutting it this time. That reaction, along with the lack of "sweetness" has me concerned. As well, and this may sound ridiculous, the definition of the imprints on the tabs seems sharper, even though it's from same manufacturer. Just wanted to add my two bits....

It's illegal to prescribe placebos: you don't have fake pills.

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/582794

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/23/health/23placebo.html?_r=2&oref=slogin

Half of all American doctors responding to a nationwide survey say they regularly prescribe placebos to patients. The results trouble medical ethicists, who say more research is needed to determine whether doctors must deceive patients in order for placebos to work.

I can't find where it's illegal.

I seriously thought it was...

I'd have thought it was.. but had to check.