Hey all,

I've tried taking Ritalin since the 26th of January, and it really doesn't seem to be working. No focus, and I can't take more than 20mgs a day without feeling weird and speedy. So I'm going to my doc to ask her to prescribe something else. I'm thinking Adderall.

Last time I was there, I got the distinct impression that she was only prescribing me Ritalin because she wasn't aware of anything else to use. I think she might have prescribed me the generic, too - the bottle label just says, "methylphenidate 5mg (tablet)." Does that mean it's a generic?

In case she hasn't looked it up, I'd like to know what to tell her to write down for a prescription for Adderall. Perferably non-generic, if there is a generic for Adderall.

Anybody know what she'd have to write?

Shire makes the original Adderall.

Adderall is mixed-amphetamine salts, composed of 3/4 dextroamphetamine, the active ingredient. Dex has been around for seventy years.

Trying generic mixed-AMPH salts, or Shire adderall, or dextropamphetamine, will give you an idea whether the AMPH class compounds work for you.


Usual disclaimer: I am not a physician, discuss all medication choices with your doc.

If your insurance will force you to go generic, you might try Adderall XR. There's no generic for the extended release, so most insurance companies will cover it....

Unfortunately, it turns out my insurance company does NOT cover Adderall XR, so it would cost almost $300 for me to get my script filled.

Back to the doctor. :mad: