Hey,

I've had add for years and years but haven't been on medicine until within the past year. My doctor prescribed methylphenidate (20 mg) and my dosage is take 3 pills (60mg) and after five hours take 3 more as needed (NOT TO EXCEED 6 PILLS IN A DAY). I'm going to hold off on asking my doctor until I get some feedback. I read on the internet that the normal recommended dose is 20-30 mg a day, and I've been taking much more than that. I have not noticed any adverse side effects. I never exceed the dosage prescribed by my doctor. Does anyone have some input? I just really don't want to become tolerant or dependent, nor do I want to suffer any adverse reactions. Thanks in advance

Next time you talk with your doc, ask. I am sure there are different opinions about the "normal" dose. If you don't feel adverse effects, stick with it.

I had some bad anxiety a number of months ago and was told to take 25 mg. of Trazodone to relax me, and 50 to help me sleep. At the time, I couldn't get to sleep on 50! Another doc told me I could take up to 200 mg. So who knows?

But check it out for your peace of mind. Call, ask the nurse to get back to you, if need be.

MJ