Bro! I literally was from straight ABUSING ADDIES for a while (at a huge video editing job) to make deadlines and get promoted. I loved it, but too much and made the switch to Vyvanse 40mg. I am not high anymore or anxious and surprisingly loving it! Game changing medication (especially name brand) . Great insight on ADHD being the underlying cause of depression, I can relate, -Cheers from Orange County
After many failed attempts at one doctor trying to put me on antidepressants. Which I absolutely hated! I started Vyvanse and it's completely changed my life. It's a game changer in the best way possible. Thanks for the video.
Twitching or soreness can be helped by magnesium supplementation. Stimulants deplete magnesium, and replenishing it can help with catecholamine regulation, as well as cardiac regulation and skeletal muscle relaxation. Also, your approach to treating secondary depression is spot on! Depression is almost always a surrogate marker for a deeper psychiatric issue. A lot of physicians treat the presentation or manifestation of something more intricate. Very intuitive thinking.
I take a lot of magnesium and my calf muscles twice so much every night and I wake up with Charlie horses it’s so bad. How much mag is someone supposed to take if you also take meds for adhd?
I'm newly diagnosed with inattentive type at 64. I'll be talking drug treatments next week so I'm interested in the experience of others. I know drugs affect people differently, but it still helps to learn from others' experiences. Thanks for helping me get a more balanced look at the options. I, too. have vowed to steer away from depression and anxiety medication for now.
I was on Adderal and it was a horrible experience, some people like the euphoria of it but this was the part that affected me the most because it would raise my anxiety level tremendously. After switching to a different provider he suggested Vyvanse for both ADHD and BED and it has been a life changing experience, I am so grateful that my doctor suggested Vyvanse and like you say I broke up with Addie!
Just starting Vyvanse today after my GP gave me 8 anti-depressants and an anti-psychotic (not all at once) which had zero effect other than being left disappointed. Finally went private (we have a National Health Service in the UK) and got diagnosed with ADHD...knew it all along and feel like depression was caused by sheer frustration at my mind being constantly muddled and not reaching potential in any areas of life... Starting on 20mg for 2 weeks then 30 mgs for 2 weeks before 1st review. Fingers crossed this is going to be a new beginning...really hopeful to get some good results as you have. Great video. 👌
It gets me so annoyed that lot of docs would rather treat depression and anxiety without ever questioning WHY is the patient feeling that way. Obv if you have ADHD getting assignments and tasks done is gonna be hard so obviously it can lead to anxiety if you're stressing over all this procrastination. Some doctors really don't use their brains 🙄
@@PeaJayTheGr8 well then or you, I just need perspective. I am an undiagnosed adhd sufferer. 47 years old. I am sensitive to stimulants but want to try. I know there is another that does not have stimulants but I hear vyvance works better. How had it worked for you taking it daily?
Please look into N acetyl cysteine. I use it in addition to stimulant medications and it seriously helped with nervous ticks and OCD like symptoms. I stopped biting my nails
I’m so thankful for this video. Today is Day 1 on Vyvanse from years of being on and off of adderall. I would get on because i needed the focus and get off it because of the “dump” that i was noticing in the evening. When the meds wore off i would get really depressed/angry.
Just got diagnosed and am now learning about the different meds. Should be getting a prescription at my next Dr apt in a few weeks. Probably concerta, but I want to know about all of them and what to expect/watch for.
I'll be starting vvyanse on Thursday. Adderal helped the first 2 months, then it was downhill. The crash is the worst! Excited abd hopeful trying vvyanse!
From my experience, Vyvanse is a lot better than Adderall. Not as harsh, depending on the mg you're on. Too high will give you the same side effects as Adderall. At least in my experience.
Sames. I’m having to split my doses in half and use my medication very sparingly because of the shortage. And my regular daily dose is supposed to be 60 mgs of adderall. I’m taking 35 mgs lately and I am on the verge of falling asleep all day.
@@vanessasingenstrew9233 What I did was found a new pharmacy that just opened up and no one knows about yet. They should be stocked up. However the store that I found has been open for five months now. Now it has been delaying my Adderall for two weeks out.
@@J509-b8c so my dr suggested calling around to different pharmacies, but when I do that they tell me (the different pharmacies), that by California law they cannot tell me if they have stock of it or not which really sucks. Lol
Vyvanse is strong med for me , it made more depressed ,very angry ,it made have a a bad attitude ,severe headaches , my hands kept trembling , very dry mouth n eyes ,Im on adderral just to give a try and it doesn't have as strong effects as vyvanse did , vyanse also kept me up for days its very hard to go to sleep
@@PeaJayTheGr8 i was only on 30mg. I couldn't do any higher than that ,that medication is strong ,it gave me a lot of depression and I didnt want to be around people I was so moody it also made me not want to work out ,thats why I stopped , I switched to adderall which worked a lot better for me ,I guess its true it all depends on the person 😊
I’ve been on vyvanse for a week now. I feel focused and very calm. I feel so zoned out and physically tired when it peaks. I haven’t taken adderall for 15 years now but I remember it worked so well. I also take lamictal, if I skip a day I go into a depressive episode.
Thanks for sharing just started Vyvanse 30mg and it’s great to see results again from my meds. I have been on Ritalin, Adderall and Straterra and Vyvanse is the middle ground in a sense for me. The thirst is real I have been like what is going on. The first day I had a small headache it’s gotten better on my 3rd day now. Thanks for the awesome content. Cheers ☕️
Thank you for sharing this. I think I'm going to have to switch to Vyvanse. People seem to do better on that when adderall stops working out. IF the insurance company will ever approve it.
I don't like Vyvanse and Strattera was a extremely bad experience , Vyvanse makes my ribs hurt bad just sitting down , they say its the same as adderal but its not its missing like 3 of the main parts of adderal and is way way different, Vyvanse dont really help with any focus for me either , I get the hyper side effects of adderal but after a week or 2 its like normal
Gave me bad allergic reactions adderal that is and heart pounding too hard waking up and on Ritalin atm but doesn’t work long but works well but gonna switch to v
I totally agree with you about treating the ADHD first. My doctor really wanted me to start on the antidepressant first, but my gut feeling kept telling me to treat the ADHD first and see how you do. I just started the Vyvanse at 20mg, i notice a small difference so I’m sure I will need to up the dose. I will say that after taking it, within 5 hours I was very tired. Weird.
That is kinda weird that it would make you tired. It was the exact opposite for me but I’d crash hard at the end of the day. And yes, I’m a firm believer of treat the adhd, treat the depression. 👍
omg i just went through the same thing!!! My Dr. was pushing the hell out of an antidepressant and deep down I knew that my depression and anxiety would be reduced with a stimulant! what do Dr. know man smh lol
My doctor would not prescribe, only gave references to a psychologist and a psychiatrist. Is that normal or should my long-term primary physician be able to prescribe?
Typically your primary physician will not prescribe ADHD meds. That has to come from a psych. Your primary can refill in some occasions, at least mine offered, but they typically don't prescribe.
Primary Doctors can prescribe it. I know when I told my primary Doctor that my therapist said I might benefit from a stimulant because I could not focus, my primary became angry that my therapist suggested it. My primary was like “we will increase your Wellbutrin, because it is also effective in treating ADD. “ So yeah I had to find a psychiatrist to due a thorough evaluation and obtain a diagnosis. He was absolutely great and understanding. I think Doctors are being trained about amphetamine abuse and addiction so they are hesitant to prescribe amphetamine. You also have to see the doctor often when starting it.
Vyvanse is the 4th ADHD med I tried and by far the one that helps me the most! But I still have to monitore my daily 'performance', depending on that I adjust my medication. Do not just take the stuff as your doctor tells you, it's all about your bodychemestry and it isn't the same each day. At some days the meds are counterproductive, but that can be more of a femal hormone thingy... My depression vanished on ADHD meds (except when I was on Strattera that were awful 4 weeks....), and I know my brain rewires already, since I can hold my good vibes on days without the meds and don't fall for my negative self talk anymore^^ Of course there are bad days, but they are the exception now (thank God). Many antidepressants taget the Serotonin level in your brain, but Serotonin is an antagonist of Dopamine, the reason why antidepressants often don't work or worsen the situation for people with ADHD (if you don't know him already listen to Dr. Amen - interesting stuff).
Liquid vitamin D is good for depression too. I take about 2000 iu a day. The problem with ssri meds is they only touch serotonin.. The brain needs dopamine and endorphins to be in a good mood. Some of us don't seem to get the proper uptake or production of dopamine which translates into depression and adhd type problems. Im pretty sure its a genetic problem and nothing can help it but the medication. Whats really sad is I bet most of the prison system is full of undiagnosed adhd especially the ones who self medicate with cocaine or meth etc.. Even opiate meds increase dopamine but if these people were diagnosed early and properly I bet they would be living normal productive lives. One of the biggest tell tale adhd signs in adults is addiction.. Whether smoking, eating, alcohol, drug use, shopping, gambling, sex etc.. Id venture to say its the most prominent symptom because of the need for a dopamine hit and coupled with the impulse control issues it usually develops into a serious problem by 30-40..
I have been taking Adderall for the past two years and it was working fine till my brain built tolerance and it’s pretty has the adverse affects on me now , i am debating to switch to vyvanse but not sure if it would still be effective since my brain built tolerance
Same here, my last 2 or 3 bottles pretty much didn't work at all (30 mg Adderall) even when I took a week off (Doctor said it should be enough if it is a tolerance problem) As of today, I have been off Adderall for a month (really should be enough) But I am gonna ask my doctor for Vyvance today
@@MochaRose990 i did not like vyvanse at all , I switched back to Adderall but i am not taking it daily every other day to keep it effective and it’s working better for me
VYVANSE 70mg MAKES MY MOUTH SO DRY THAT MY TONGUE TURNS WHITE. IT ALSO MAKES MY TEETH YELLOW WITH WHITE SPOTES. DOES GET THESE HARSH SIDE EFFECTS??? I’m switching to MYDAYIS HOPEFULLY 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Not for everyone! It works at first but over time you get dependent and addicted to it. Your tolerance will develop and you will only be taking it to function daily. Vyvanse will heighten anxiety as well. I’d say microdosing your Vyvanse will help with the tolerance part.
@@user-im3gj6cl4x Again, like you said Not For Everyone. I and many many others don’t have any of the problems you describe. That’s what medication trial and error is about. If its not for you don’t take it.
I’m on 20mg now but I feel it’s not effective but anything higher makes me easily agitated. I plan to speak with my doctor about it soon. Best of luck to you and keep me posted on your progress! 👍
So I'm going back to see my dr. Tomorrow I feel awful! Slow motion,crying one minute, fly off the deep end the next :( I feel like I'm standing beside myself.
Namaste, Kyrié your probably right but since then I’ve switched to Foquest 25 mg I feel better emotionally stable no more anxiety/depression that’s awesome but still no motivation and I think I’m more forgetful?...yikes! So I’m meeting with him to adjust the dose see if that helps.
I've never heard of any claims like that before. It didn't affect mine at all but I guess everyone responds differently. I wish your son the best and hope it works out for him.
And if you end up getting too tired, lethargic, or even depressed with glycinate (due to the glycine), magnesium malate is another great chelated (mineral bound by amino acids) form. Some magnesium supplements have both--i.e., magnesium bisglycinate malate.
Hi Michelle! Yes, still doing well. I have since reduced my dose to 50mg. I didn’t like my resting heart rate being above 100. So far at 50mg it’s doing the trick. I prefer Adderall, but it makes me so angry all of the time. 😔
I tried gingko in addition to all kinds of other supplements before going on meds. It's not even close. Gingko and the other supplements didn't make me feel any different. I took these for months hoping to ease my ADHD and depression. Whatever effects they have are not enough for ADHD (or depression), in my experience. I take Adderall now and gingko doesn't even come close.
Part of taking these medications is finding nutritional means of supporting things. If you aren't taking a bioavailable magnesium supplement, I suggest you start. It greatly assists in ameliorating the twitchy, edgy, amped up side-effects--will greatly help you sleep. L-theanine helps a lot for countering side-effects and boosting focus--It's a relaxing focus. It's good for during the day. Passionflower is great for taking the edge off, and a small amount is okay during the day, and a larger dose is excellent for night. Vitamins and minerals can help a lot, too.
Just diagnosed at 58 with ADHD. First run with meds is vyvance. Only 20 mg right now. Sleep sucks but it sucked anyway. So far I feel moments when I'm really focused on what I'm doing but exhausted due to lack of sleep. Overall I'm positive and mostly feel pretty relaxed til it wears off and then restless legs acts up. Maybe a higher dose since rls is a dopamine related problem. I'll see my doc soon. Thanks for review. Seems positive
Better late than never, my friend. And I had to take Melatonin for the first 2 weeks back when I started Adderall. After that, my body got used to it and I could sleep normally again. And I agree that the come down at the end of the day is the worse part. I'd figit and have headaches.
@@PeaJayTheGr8 I'm noticing I sigh alot less . Especially my seemingly habitual sigh with an oh my . My little tasks at work seem to be more enjoyable. I guess that could be a sign of being focused more and in the moment. I'm only on 20 mg. Do you get a point when you say this shots really helping or is it subtle like it seems to be.
I have been taking vyvanse 60mg for a couple of years and it has worked great for me. The only negative side effect was that it made me clench my teeth a lot (I do this without the medication, I just noticed I was doing it more often after starting vyvanse) but that decreased after a while. Lately, I’ve noticed it isn’t working as well or lasting through the day so my doctor split my dose to 30mg twice a day only to find out my insurance will only pay for 1 pill a day (regardless of the dose)…so frustrating! My doctor suggested switching me to Adderall but I’m hesitant to switch since vyvanse worked so well, not only for ADD but to suppress my appetite as well.
I have a similar response to both Adderall and Vyvanse. Mine is bulging eyes and lip puckering. Couldn't take it anymore so I quit both and now trying antidepressants to treat my ADHD. I know everyone's different, but in my case Adderall was way harsher than Vyvanse.
Thank you for sharing this! 1st time viewer. Quick backstory. I am turning 40 this year, male. I was FINALLY diagnosed with adhd a few weeks ago, after suspecting/knowing that I had it throughout my life. Like many undiagnosed and eventually diagnosed adhd adults, you get as far as you can in life, and the challenges and extra or new responsibilities or stressors bring things to a halt. Things get more overwhelming and things that maybe sort of worked in the past to help get us adhd’ers by are no longer working or cutting it. So here I am! I am specifically interested in Vyvanse, because a lot of people seem to prefer it to most of the other adhd meds and because it is the only drug approved for binge eating disorder. I have a huge overeating and binge problem. I have a question. What’s it like to be on adhd meds and specifically Vyvanse? Compared to not being on them?
First off, thanks for watching and sharing your story. For me, being on Vyvanse and not are like night and day. My concentration was higher when on it as apposed to not. Some people do not respond well to stimulants, so pay attention to that when and if you start.
@@jennybrodrig I don't notice anything anymore no be honest .. it's been just over 2 weeks. At first I felt like I was on. Cocaine..... Deff take it at 9am if u plan on sleeping by 12am. But now, I don't notice much. At first, my hear rate increased ALOT. I do notice some weird eye bulging feelings after a few hours. If I want to feel it's actual effects, I have to stop taking for 2 days
@@jennybrodrig I'm also perscribed clonadine... For other reasons. But I found that it helps alot with the rapid heart rate. Only thing is, the Vyvanse causes me to have cotton mouth... So does clonadine.. so it's shitty taking both. But after my 5th or 6th day, it wasn't nearly as bad. At first it was like extremely noticable. But now it's fine :) *Edit* After 5 or 6 days of just the Vyvanse alone* I don't mean of taking both clonadine and Vyvanse
hey... i just wanted to know if it still works for you... i have been on adderall for a month and only had success with it for the first two weeks.. i started at 30 mg ... and now on 30 three times a day and still not focused on anything... i just wanted to know if you are still taking vyvanse
Yes, it is still working for me. I'm on 20mg of Vyvanse and it gives me enough to make it through my workday. I've experimented recently going back to Adderall but it just makes me so irritable. I will only take Vyvanse from now on. Thank you for your question and watching!
On adderal now and thinking of switching. How would I go about this? Is it enough of the same thing as adderal, to which I can ask my doctor to switch, or what would be good way to approach my doctor?
Just talk to them about why you want to make the switch and I'm pretty sure they should be able to steer you in the right direction. My doctor informed me that 70mg of Vyvanse was similar to the 40mg of Adderall I was on, but I'd defer to your doctor's thoughts on that. Just be honest in your approach and they should be able to help. 👍
@@PeaJayTheGr8 thankyou and I plan on it my appt later this month, I was trying to ask you, it probably didn't come off as I meant it to. Are the two similar enough, to ask to switch? My problem is the adderal isn't really working as well as it used to, my plan was to ask to try vyvans as I have heard good things from people that had the same problem, and from researching online, it sounds like it would be good for me? I just don't want it to come off as me asking for a more powerful medicine. I'm sure people try and ask for stuff like that just to get high. I don't want it to come off like that. Does that make sense? I hope that you interpreted that the way I had meant lol
No worries. I may have misinterpreted your question. Yes, they are similar but there are some differences that made me prefer Vyvanse over Adderall. The first was that Adderall always made me feel on edge and it made me a much angrier person on the 40MG. 70MG of Vyvanse gave me all of the benefits of 40MG of Adderall without the crankiness and uncontrollable anger. For me, I definitely preferred Vyvanse over Adderall. And I don't think your doctor would think you are just looking for a quick high as those people who abuse tend to prefer Adderall over Vyvanse. Your doctor may think the opposite actually that you want to make that switch.
@@PeaJayTheGr8 thankyou your video had some good info, and with your comments to my questions are appreciated. I look forward to hopefully switching as I feel it would work great as it sounds it has for you. I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks again👍
For me, my psych had me taking calcium, b12, a b complex, fish oil, and magnesium. I ended up not taking those consistently. The adderall started to decrease in effectiveness and I had gotten basically back to normal, even at a higher dose. I randomly took all my supplements one day and by afternoon it was like the addys started working again! Next day I was exponentially less depressed. It's incredible and I always take them now. I feel like I was just totally depleted of those minerals from forcing myself with the stimulant.
Great video! I suggest you consider cutting of completely with that other stuff and just stick with vyvanse, all antidepressants are junk vs amphetamin based meds, less is more bro. In doing that you enhance the vyvanse effect. I’m taking 50mg vyvanse and it covers my ADHD and depression, anxiety etc. But that’s me.. Wish you all the best
Damn son...I wish I can only take 40 mg of Adderall. I take 80 mg of instant release Adderall. I hate Adderall , but my Dexedrine prescription of 60mg a day got way to expensive.
I have recently been put on Ritalin for my re diagnosed adhd, it really helps a whole bunch, but it gives me the temper of the man downstairs and I have seen many good reviews for Vyvanse and I guess I’m wondering how did you approach your doctor in relation to asking to make the switch without coming across as someone who doesn’t know what he’s talking about?
I’ve just been told by my doctor that he likes to prescribe Vyvanse as someone’s first ADHD medication just like what was said in this video. He said that people tend to get less side effects on it. Hopefully you haven’t had much trouble switching.
It depends on your insurance. I pay $25 which is $20 cheaper than what I paid for Adderall. I think they have discount options for those who don’t have insurance.
I’ve been on 60mg of Adderall for 7 years, and I’m starting to have side effects.Pains in my hands, and feet which is called Adderall induced neurotoxicity.I’ll be switching over in a few day so I’m a little nervous, but cautiously optimistic.🤞🙏🤞
Yeah, I saw that happen to my hands during covid. What I did was completely go off the XR adderal and started doing 15 or 20mg instants a couple times a day. It’s amazing how many people have bad expiernces with the XR (beads one) and have no idea there is such a thing as instants. For me, the instants hit me for like an hour and then slowly decreases and gone. It does not do that zombie tired eat everything days hangover the XR does. Also, if you eat moderately clean it makes the instants even better.
@@SocialStudiess Thank you for the advice,my friend. I switched over Vyvanse XR, and it seemed to work ok. My health insurance coverage/plan pulled a U turn on me, and stopped covering the cost (385$ for one month script) I went back to 30 mg Adderalls twice a day, the second one on an as needed basis. My symptoms have subsided, and I’m feeling much better. I guess you have to be your own advocate or tweak things a little to get it right. Good to hear you’re doing well with the medication !👍
If There are any long term users here I was wondering if the results are as great as the beginning because love vyvance so far but am afraid that as I Will build tolerance I wont feel the greatness of it
My teenager has been on it since the teachers were trying to get him to move schools at 5! He is 16 now and I have had to tapper him off but like any medicine, your body will end up needing it. He hates it now and is glad I'm doing what I'm doing. But he has anger, and gets irritated alot. Some tummy issues but he is eating slot now do I'm thankful for that. With Adderall he won't eat.
Tapering is the best way to go. I’m glad I stopped the Adderall and moved to Vyvanse. 20mg is my sweet spot and only take it on work days. Best decision I’ve ever made. 👍
Make sure when you take vyvanse you eat fruit it’s easy to swallow and brings all nutrients you need especially at the end of work/school eat healthy for better outcome
Man, I'm only on 5mg of Adderall and I'm tripping. I can hear my heart beating out my chest, insomnia, jaw-clenching, teeth-grinding, tongue-sucking, blurred vision, and paranoid like crazy. But I'm focused though... on all the side effects! Maybe the ADD wasn't so bad.
Don't want to speculate but usually someone who legit has the diagnosis wouldn't react that way...ESPECIALLY at such a dose that you noted...5mg. I am just wondering if somehow you were misdiagnosed? Anyways, whatever is going on I hope you get it figured out. I'm also Bipolar Type 1 in addition to ADD so I literally HAVE to be truthful in what's working and what's not or I get hospitalized.
Adventure-A- DAY - I’m definitely not misdiagnosed. I’ve never been able to focus until now. The impulsivity has also improved in a big way. My mind is actually so much calmer, it’s just the physical side effects. I’m just really sensitive to stimulants. Even coffee kicks my butt.
@@EastCoastReefer Thanks for the quick reply. Have you ever heard of Strattera? It's a *non-stimulant* ADD/ADHD medication. It didn't work for me but a TON of people have been saved by this and claim its worked miracles in their lives. Being overly sensitive to stimulants could just be a part of your body/brain's chemical makeup. 5mg of Adderall is a tiny dose and that typically shouldn't have such adverse effects. Also, there's Vyvanse(still a stimulant such as Adderall). I assume you're at least aware of it clearly since you watched this video haha. Not sure if you're on medical insurance? It's at least another option. I've personally found that to be the absolute BEST medication for ADD/ADHD but you almost have to be on really good medical insurance to afford it. Anyways, if you're still in the beginning stages of finding the right fit, just be honest with your doctor. He/she should be willing to try different drugs that best suit you. Best of luck
I was told by my doc that 70mg of Vyvanse was equivalent to 40mg of Adderall, but I would take that with a grain of salt as I am not a doc. This is just what I was told by mine.
60mg adderall 💀💀 40mg was WAY too much for me I have been on 30mg adderall for 6 years. Had to switch due to drug shortage. The feeling you describe when switching to 20mg vyvanse is so similar to what im experiencing! This is calming my nerves thank you!
Thanks @peajaythegr8. I was prescribed Ritalin as a kido and hated it. I never used Ritalin beyond the third grade. Now that I am in law school, and my mid-thirties, I use a mild dose of Adderall, and I'm learning I don't like. I started Adderall as a Junior during my undergrad, and seemed to appreciate what it did for me. It's been a couple of years now, and something has got to change with the drug. I have a three-year old son, a wife, and now a six-month girl. Man, Adderall makes me irritable, especially with the stress of school, and though never out-of-hand, I am short with my family some days. My refill at Walgreens is due in a few days but I'm thinking I'll cancel the Adderall, head over to the Doctor, and have a chat. Thanks again for your video. You are much better than raunchy Reddit forums seemingly full of "kids" trying to get feedback to maximize their weekend high. Cheers.
I hope your chat goes well, Bryce. Adderall didn’t agree with me either. It made me an irritated mess. So easy to get me pissed off. Vyvanse was way better for me at least. Not as harsh in my own personal opinion. Wishing the best for you. Let me know how your chat goes.
@@PeaJayTheGr8 I'm ten days into Vyvanse, it is wonderful, and seems as an upgraded, and refined system when compared to Adderall. The medication is night and day. I used Adderall for two years, I'll never consider using it again, so long as these benefits are fulfilled from Vyvanse.
Out of these medications which one is the one that gives you the energy and motivation the most? They got me on the vyvanse and Im not as bad of a procrastinator as I was before and my focus is only slightly better.. Does the adderall have better effects? I thought the amphetemine based med would be better..?
I am curious on your question too, as I was just started on Vyvanse almost 2 weeks ago just got form 40mg to 50mg today.. Definitely more focused not.. not sure it’s done one thing about me interrupting ppl on a constant basis tho.. And I am Curious if Adderall is better . Or I just haven’t give Vyvanse a long enough chance My side effects come and go other than no appetite, I keep a dry mouth… What is very very bizarre to me is when I edged out 20 mg on the second day I got these gas like chest pains(not near my heart literally closer to below my clavicle.. that would come and go.. On 40mg didn’t have any of that.. But now first day on the 50mg the flushed face came back and the little gassy “chest pains”.. Hard to describe.. Not dizzy at all. I am prone to headaches anyways so I have had a headache here and there over the last 2 weeks on Vyvanse probably had 3-4 headaches thank god not migraines. Sometimes my hands either get super cold or super hot too😂🤣😂😅 Other than all of the above I feel this could work for me… These gassy type muscle chest pains need to cease tho. Soooo bizarre not sure why it began on 20mg on the second day then stopped , did 30 mg for 3-4 days no Kona pains Ike that, Same with 40 mg just got tough 5 days of the 40 mg.. Not that 40 didn’t work for me… I feel like ….. I could definitely have felt much more motivated, energized, not percrastinating .. So my psychiatrist said let’s try 50mg.. I see him next week then I will have been on the 50 for a full week. I will know for certain of I need to go up. I know one thing I cannot take before 10am… it only lasts at max 9-10 hours in my body. (Btw doesn’t affect my sleep)
my first day on Vyvanse was 04/23/20 after being on adderall for a year. I took 30mg of vyvanse first thing in the morning and felt nothing, i went from 30 to 90 the next day and still no effect at all. I only took adderall bc it was like taking some sort of energy workout, but it never really help with my ADHD. My life is out of controls due to not able to find the right med or doses. So I watched your video, and very open to subjection👍 none of this drugs takes away my sleep or appetite as well
90mg of Vyvanse is a pretty high dose to not feel anything. Have you talk to your doctor about other options? There’s def more out there than Adderall and Vyvanse. And trust me, I know that out of control feeling. Not fun.
Dosage is too high, I'm on 30, its very mile but very effective. If you don't feel it, then its time to take a month or two off stimulants and the start therapy. When it comes to stimulants, dose down not up!
Bro! I literally was from straight ABUSING ADDIES for a while (at a huge video editing job) to make deadlines and get promoted. I loved it, but too much and made the switch to Vyvanse 40mg. I am not high anymore or anxious and surprisingly loving it! Game changing medication (especially name brand) .
Great insight on ADHD being the underlying cause of depression, I can relate,
-Cheers from Orange County
After many failed attempts at one doctor trying to put me on antidepressants. Which I absolutely hated! I started Vyvanse and it's completely changed my life. It's a game changer in the best way possible. Thanks for the video.
That’s so great to hear! I’m glad my video helped. Best wishes to you! 😊
Twitching or soreness can be helped by magnesium supplementation. Stimulants deplete magnesium, and replenishing it can help with catecholamine regulation, as well as cardiac regulation and skeletal muscle relaxation. Also, your approach to treating secondary depression is spot on! Depression is almost always a surrogate marker for a deeper psychiatric issue. A lot of physicians treat the presentation or manifestation of something more intricate. Very intuitive thinking.
Learning about this a few years ago made sleep much better
@@norman4211 @Phillip Shepperd Brothas! Was gonna say the same thing :) TAKE MAGNESIUM!!! Especially Magnesium Threonate!
I take a lot of magnesium and my calf muscles twice so much every night and I wake up with Charlie horses it’s so bad. How much mag is someone supposed to take if you also take meds for adhd?
Right. That helped with my teeth too, because your teeth will grind if you're not taking it.
Magnesium makes me very sleepy, total comatose Im unable to even take it
I start Vivance tomorrow morning. Im really nervous. I got diagnosed today with adhd at 48 years old. This video calmed me quite a bit. Thank you
You're very welcome. Best wishes on your treatment. I'm 51 now and still dealing with it daily.
My 12 year old son started on 20mg yesterday. This was helpful, you truly helped this momma bear feel a little better for him.
Best wishes to you and your son. I hope it works out for him! 🙂
I just made the switch TODAY! Thank you for sharing your experience and I'll keep watching!
Thank you so much! The switch has really done wonders for me in just a months time! 😊
After 5 years how is it going today ? What dosage are you on and are you still taking it
I do really appreciate your great video here. Thank you!
You're welcome, Earl, and thanks for watching! I appreciate it!
After multiple therapists and medications for depression I was diagnosed with adhd. And came to the conclusion that my depression was from adhd.
Glad you got it all figured out. My depression was a direct result of my ADHD.
Same here. My whole life has been a struggle to retain information and be productive. Just got started with it hopefully it works
I'm hoping it works for you, too. Nothing's worse than not being able to concentrate when you really need to.
tale old as time :)
I'm newly diagnosed with inattentive type at 64. I'll be talking drug treatments next week so I'm interested in the experience of others. I know drugs affect people differently, but it still helps to learn from others' experiences. Thanks for helping me get a more balanced look at the options. I, too. have vowed to steer away from depression and anxiety medication for now.
I was on Adderal and it was a horrible experience, some people like the euphoria of it but this was the part that affected me the most because it would raise my anxiety level tremendously. After switching to a different provider he suggested Vyvanse for both ADHD and BED and it has been a life changing experience, I am so grateful that my doctor suggested Vyvanse and like you say I broke up with Addie!
So happy to hear the switch worked out for you. Thanks for sharing your story and watching!
Just starting Vyvanse today after my GP gave me 8 anti-depressants and an anti-psychotic (not all at once) which had zero effect other than being left disappointed. Finally went private (we have a National Health Service in the UK) and got diagnosed with ADHD...knew it all along and feel like depression was caused by sheer frustration at my mind being constantly muddled and not reaching potential in any areas of life... Starting on 20mg for 2 weeks then 30 mgs for 2 weeks before 1st review. Fingers crossed this is going to be a new beginning...really hopeful to get some good results as you have. Great video. 👌
It gets me so annoyed that lot of docs would rather treat depression and anxiety without ever questioning WHY is the patient feeling that way. Obv if you have ADHD getting assignments and tasks done is gonna be hard so obviously it can lead to anxiety if you're stressing over all this procrastination. Some doctors really don't use their brains 🙄
How are you
How has it been on Vyvance?
How has it been so far Bee Real?
@@PeaJayTheGr8 well then or you, I just need perspective. I am an undiagnosed adhd sufferer. 47 years old. I am sensitive to stimulants but want to try. I know there is another that does not have stimulants but I hear vyvance works better. How had it worked for you taking it daily?
Please look into N acetyl cysteine. I use it in addition to stimulant medications and it seriously helped with nervous ticks and OCD like symptoms. I stopped biting my nails
I’m so thankful for this video. Today is Day 1 on Vyvanse from years of being on and off of adderall. I would get on because i needed the focus and get off it because of the “dump” that i was noticing in the evening. When the meds wore off i would get really depressed/angry.
Thank you for watching and your input. I hope the switch works out for you. 👍
Just got diagnosed and am now learning about the different meds. Should be getting a prescription at my next Dr apt in a few weeks. Probably concerta, but I want to know about all of them and what to expect/watch for.
Thank you. On Madafinal now and not standing the side effects. Talking to my doctor next week about change to Vyvanse. Thanks for the information.
You're very welcome. Please let me know how it goes. I'm routing for you! 👍
modafinil?
I'll be starting vvyanse on Thursday. Adderal helped the first 2 months, then it was downhill. The crash is the worst! Excited abd hopeful trying vvyanse!
Good luck to you! Yes, the side effects I had on Adderall were the worst! Vyvanse was a lot easier on me. Thanks for watching!
Any update?
@@deez3434 Doing great!!! So glad I made the switch.
Thank you because I'm bailing with the same battle of Ed's Vyvanse thank you so much
You're very welcome and best wishes to you!
Thanks for sharing, much appreciated
Thank you for watching! 👍
This video was extremely helpful for me. Thank you. Stay blessed 🙏🏽
I’m glad you found value in it and bless you too, my friend. 👊
Thank you so much! Just getting my daughter dialed in and your feedback is very helpful! Be well 🙏❤️
You're very welcome! Thank you so much and best wishes to you both! 😊
Thanks for sharing. I’ve been off stimulants for 10 years but it’s been difficult managing ADHD. I’m looking to try vyvanse instead of adderall
From my experience, Vyvanse is a lot better than Adderall. Not as harsh, depending on the mg you're on. Too high will give you the same side effects as Adderall. At least in my experience.
thanks for taking the time to make these videos :)
Thank you for taking the time for watching! More videos coming soon! 👍
Man, I don’t think I can break up with the Adderall. However, there is a nationwide shortage right now, so I might have to make a switch.
That’s the reason I had to switch.
@@gavinhaynes5632 I found some more Adderall at a new CVS PHARMACY that just opened up
Sames. I’m having to split my doses in half and use my medication very sparingly because of the shortage. And my regular daily dose is supposed to be 60 mgs of adderall. I’m taking 35 mgs lately and I am on the verge of falling asleep all day.
@@vanessasingenstrew9233 What I did was found a new pharmacy that just opened up and no one knows about yet. They should be stocked up. However the store that I found has been open for five months now. Now it has been delaying my Adderall for two weeks out.
@@J509-b8c so my dr suggested calling around to different pharmacies, but when I do that they tell me (the different pharmacies), that by California law they cannot tell me if they have stock of it or not which really sucks. Lol
Thanks for posting! Very helpful. I had similar anger issues. Gracias
No problem. Thanks for watching!
Vyvanse is strong med for me , it made more depressed ,very angry ,it made have a a bad attitude ,severe headaches , my hands kept trembling , very dry mouth n eyes ,Im on adderral just to give a try and it doesn't have as strong effects as vyvanse did , vyanse also kept me up for days its very hard to go to sleep
It’s so interesting how different drugs can have different effects on certain people. How much Vyvanse were you on?
@@PeaJayTheGr8 i was only on 30mg. I couldn't do any higher than that ,that medication is strong ,it gave me a lot of depression and I didnt want to be around people I was so moody it also made me not want to work out ,thats why I stopped , I switched to adderall which worked a lot better for me ,I guess its true it all depends on the person 😊
True it Vyvsan is too strong Adderall is better for me
@@Reinabridgette you needed a lower dose then! some people do well just with 10-20mg.
I’ve been on vyvanse for a week now. I feel focused and very calm. I feel so zoned out and physically tired when it peaks. I haven’t taken adderall for 15 years now but I remember it worked so well. I also take lamictal, if I skip a day I go into a depressive episode.
Vyvanse worked great for me, better than Adderall, when I was on it. I've never heard of Lamictal. Is that for depression?
Thanks for sharing just started Vyvanse 30mg and it’s great to see results again from my meds. I have been on Ritalin, Adderall and Straterra and Vyvanse is the middle ground in a sense for me.
The thirst is real I have been like what is going on. The first day I had a small headache it’s gotten better on my 3rd day now. Thanks for the awesome content. Cheers ☕️
You're welcome and thank you for watching. Glad all is working out for you! 👍
Thank you for sharing this. I think I'm going to have to switch to Vyvanse. People seem to do better on that when adderall stops working out. IF the insurance company will ever approve it.
I’m wishing the best for you in your transition. It worked out for me. Keep me posted if it works out for you. 👊
Have you tried a different formulation of Adderall? I had this issue with XR, but I switched to IR and it's more reliable.
I don't like Vyvanse and Strattera was a extremely bad experience , Vyvanse makes my ribs hurt bad just sitting down , they say its the same as adderal but its not its missing like 3 of the main parts of adderal and is way way different, Vyvanse dont really help with any focus for me either , I get the hyper side effects of adderal but after a week or 2 its like normal
Vyvanse wasn't really working for me either after a while. Still made me easily agitated and I had to get off of it.
Gave me bad allergic reactions adderal that is and heart pounding too hard waking up and on Ritalin atm but doesn’t work long but works well but gonna switch to v
Hopefully the switch helped you. Adderall was way too potent for me. Glad I got off of it.
I totally agree with you about treating the ADHD first. My doctor really wanted me to start on the antidepressant first, but my gut feeling kept telling me to treat the ADHD first and see how you do. I just started the Vyvanse at 20mg, i notice a small difference so I’m sure I will need to up the dose. I will say that after taking it, within 5 hours I was very tired. Weird.
That is kinda weird that it would make you tired. It was the exact opposite for me but I’d crash hard at the end of the day. And yes, I’m a firm believer of treat the adhd, treat the depression. 👍
omg i just went through the same thing!!! My Dr. was pushing the hell out of an antidepressant and deep down I knew that my depression and anxiety would be reduced with a stimulant! what do Dr. know man smh lol
My doctor would not prescribe, only gave references to a psychologist and a psychiatrist. Is that normal or should my long-term primary physician be able to prescribe?
Typically your primary physician will not prescribe ADHD meds. That has to come from a psych. Your primary can refill in some occasions, at least mine offered, but they typically don't prescribe.
Primary Doctors can prescribe it. I know when I told my primary Doctor that my therapist said I might benefit from a stimulant because I could not focus, my primary became angry that my therapist suggested it. My primary was like “we will increase your Wellbutrin, because it is also effective in treating ADD. “ So yeah I had to find a psychiatrist to due a thorough evaluation and obtain a diagnosis. He was absolutely great and understanding. I think Doctors are being trained about amphetamine abuse and addiction so they are hesitant to prescribe amphetamine. You also have to see the doctor often when starting it.
Vyvanse is the 4th ADHD med I tried and by far the one that helps me the most! But I still have to monitore my daily 'performance', depending on that I adjust my medication. Do not just take the stuff as your doctor tells you, it's all about your bodychemestry and it isn't the same each day. At some days the meds are counterproductive, but that can be more of a femal hormone thingy... My depression vanished on ADHD meds (except when I was on Strattera that were awful 4 weeks....), and I know my brain rewires already, since I can hold my good vibes on days without the meds and don't fall for my negative self talk anymore^^ Of course there are bad days, but they are the exception now (thank God). Many antidepressants taget the Serotonin level in your brain, but Serotonin is an antagonist of Dopamine, the reason why antidepressants often don't work or worsen the situation for people with ADHD (if you don't know him already listen to Dr. Amen - interesting stuff).
Liquid vitamin D is good for depression too. I take about 2000 iu a day. The problem with ssri meds is they only touch serotonin.. The brain needs dopamine and endorphins to be in a good mood. Some of us don't seem to get the proper uptake or production of dopamine which translates into depression and adhd type problems. Im pretty sure its a genetic problem and nothing can help it but the medication.
Whats really sad is I bet most of the prison system is full of undiagnosed adhd especially the ones who self medicate with cocaine or meth etc.. Even opiate meds increase dopamine but if these people were diagnosed early and properly I bet they would be living normal productive lives.
One of the biggest tell tale adhd signs in adults is addiction.. Whether smoking, eating, alcohol, drug use, shopping, gambling, sex etc.. Id venture to say its the most prominent symptom because of the need for a dopamine hit and coupled with the impulse control issues it usually develops into a serious problem by 30-40..
Why do they up it and or change it. If you’re experience side effects you don’t like you’re supposed to lower the dose
I have been taking Adderall for the past two years and it was working fine till my brain built tolerance and it’s pretty has the adverse affects on me now , i am debating to switch to vyvanse but not sure if it would still be effective since my brain built tolerance
Same here, my last 2 or 3 bottles pretty much didn't work at all (30 mg Adderall) even when I took a week off (Doctor said it should be enough if it is a tolerance problem)
As of today, I have been off Adderall for a month (really should be enough)
But I am gonna ask my doctor for Vyvance today
@@DamonRX i did take two weeks off but still didn’t really anymore so i am going to start vyvanse from next month , hopefully it works
@@Babak699 how was it?
@@MochaRose990 i did not like vyvanse at all , I switched back to Adderall but i am not taking it daily every other day to keep it effective and it’s working better for me
@@Babak699 thank you!
VYVANSE 70mg MAKES MY MOUTH SO DRY THAT MY TONGUE TURNS WHITE. IT ALSO MAKES MY TEETH YELLOW WITH WHITE SPOTES. DOES GET THESE HARSH SIDE EFFECTS??? I’m switching to MYDAYIS HOPEFULLY 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Let me know how the switch goes. I was about to switch to Mydayis but I don't have medical insurance anymore so I have to wait. ☹️
Vyvanse is hands down the best ADHD medicine out there!
Sounds like a marketing statement!
aj010139 Well, for me it works incredibly well and keeps me on point!
Not for everyone! It works at first but over time you get dependent and addicted to it. Your tolerance will develop and you will only be taking it to function daily. Vyvanse will heighten anxiety as well. I’d say microdosing your Vyvanse will help with the tolerance part.
@@user-im3gj6cl4x Again, like you said Not For Everyone. I and many many others don’t have any of the problems you describe. That’s what medication trial and error is about. If its not for you don’t take it.
Started Vyvanse 20 mg to start but not sure how I feel about it yet.
I’m on 20mg now but I feel it’s not effective but anything higher makes me easily agitated. I plan to speak with my doctor about it soon. Best of luck to you and keep me posted on your progress! 👍
So I'm going back to see my dr. Tomorrow I feel awful! Slow motion,crying one minute, fly off the deep end the next :( I feel like I'm standing beside myself.
Namaste, Kyrié your probably right but since then I’ve switched to Foquest 25 mg I feel better emotionally stable no more anxiety/depression that’s awesome but still no motivation and I think I’m more forgetful?...yikes! So I’m meeting with him to adjust the dose see if that helps.
Namaste, Kyrié I’m on the Mediterranean diet was my dr.s suggestion :)
Is it true that it boosts your sex drive? I’m really scared to start my teenage son on this. He was on Adderall 25mg was not working for him.
I've never heard of any claims like that before. It didn't affect mine at all but I guess everyone responds differently. I wish your son the best and hope it works out for him.
take magnesium glycinate to reduce the twitching. Stimulants deplete Mg. Don't use magnesium oxide as it doesnt get absorbed well.
And if you end up getting too tired, lethargic, or even depressed with glycinate (due to the glycine), magnesium malate is another great chelated (mineral bound by amino acids) form.
Some magnesium supplements have both--i.e., magnesium bisglycinate malate.
How could I get my doctor to switch me from Vyvanse to Adderall instead ?
Just have a conversation with them and explain why you want to switch. 👍
Are you still doing well on this?
Hi Michelle! Yes, still doing well. I have since reduced my dose to 50mg. I didn’t like my resting heart rate being above 100. So far at 50mg it’s doing the trick. I prefer Adderall, but it makes me so angry all of the time. 😔
Hi have you taken gingko biloba before and if you have, how would compare the Vyvanse to gingko ?
I have even before I started Adderall. It does not compare for a person with ADHD. It helped a little with memory, but not at all for concentration.
I tried gingko in addition to all kinds of other supplements before going on meds. It's not even close. Gingko and the other supplements didn't make me feel any different. I took these for months hoping to ease my ADHD and depression. Whatever effects they have are not enough for ADHD (or depression), in my experience. I take Adderall now and gingko doesn't even come close.
Probably be a good addition but it doesn't compare to the other drug
Part of taking these medications is finding nutritional means of supporting things.
If you aren't taking a bioavailable magnesium supplement, I suggest you start. It greatly assists in ameliorating the twitchy, edgy, amped up side-effects--will greatly help you sleep.
L-theanine helps a lot for countering side-effects and boosting focus--It's a relaxing focus. It's good for during the day.
Passionflower is great for taking the edge off, and a small amount is okay during the day, and a larger dose is excellent for night.
Vitamins and minerals can help a lot, too.
Just diagnosed at 58 with ADHD. First run with meds is vyvance. Only 20 mg right now. Sleep sucks but it sucked anyway. So far I feel moments when I'm really focused on what I'm doing but exhausted due to lack of sleep. Overall I'm positive and mostly feel pretty relaxed til it wears off and then restless legs acts up. Maybe a higher dose since rls is a dopamine related problem. I'll see my doc soon. Thanks for review. Seems positive
Better late than never, my friend. And I had to take Melatonin for the first 2 weeks back when I started Adderall. After that, my body got used to it and I could sleep normally again. And I agree that the come down at the end of the day is the worse part. I'd figit and have headaches.
@@PeaJayTheGr8 I'm noticing I sigh alot less . Especially my seemingly habitual sigh with an oh my . My little tasks at work seem to be more enjoyable. I guess that could be a sign of being focused more and in the moment. I'm only on 20 mg. Do you get a point when you say this shots really helping or is it subtle like it seems to be.
I have been taking vyvanse 60mg for a couple of years and it has worked great for me. The only negative side effect was that it made me clench my teeth a lot (I do this without the medication, I just noticed I was doing it more often after starting vyvanse) but that decreased after a while. Lately, I’ve noticed it isn’t working as well or lasting through the day so my doctor split my dose to 30mg twice a day only to find out my insurance will only pay for 1 pill a day (regardless of the dose)…so frustrating! My doctor suggested switching me to Adderall but I’m hesitant to switch since vyvanse worked so well, not only for ADD but to suppress my appetite as well.
I have a similar response to both Adderall and Vyvanse. Mine is bulging eyes and lip puckering. Couldn't take it anymore so I quit both and now trying antidepressants to treat my ADHD. I know everyone's different, but in my case Adderall was way harsher than Vyvanse.
Thank you for sharing this! 1st time viewer. Quick backstory. I am turning 40 this year, male. I was FINALLY diagnosed with adhd a few weeks ago, after suspecting/knowing that I had it throughout my life. Like many undiagnosed and eventually diagnosed adhd adults, you get as far as you can in life, and the challenges and extra or new responsibilities or stressors bring things to a halt. Things get more overwhelming and things that maybe sort of worked in the past to help get us adhd’ers by are no longer working or cutting it. So here I am! I am specifically interested in Vyvanse, because a lot of people seem to prefer it to most of the other adhd meds and because it is the only drug approved for binge eating disorder. I have a huge overeating and binge problem. I have a question. What’s it like to be on adhd meds and specifically Vyvanse? Compared to not being on them?
First off, thanks for watching and sharing your story. For me, being on Vyvanse and not are like night and day. My concentration was higher when on it as apposed to not. Some people do not respond well to stimulants, so pay attention to that when and if you start.
Howd it go with the Vyvanse?
Today I was prescribed vyvanse. First time being diagnosed. I scored severely high on the wessi test. Or w.e it's called
Good luck in your journey. Let me know how it works out for you. 👊
Hello. I am about to start with Vyvanse. Can you please tell me about the side effects?
@@jennybrodrig I don't notice anything anymore no be honest .. it's been just over 2 weeks. At first I felt like I was on. Cocaine..... Deff take it at 9am if u plan on sleeping by 12am. But now, I don't notice much. At first, my hear rate increased ALOT. I do notice some weird eye bulging feelings after a few hours.
If I want to feel it's actual effects, I have to stop taking for 2 days
@@canadianGuitatist thank you for your answer. I was in atomoxetin and my heart rate was too high I had to stop.
@@jennybrodrig I'm also perscribed clonadine... For other reasons. But I found that it helps alot with the rapid heart rate. Only thing is, the Vyvanse causes me to have cotton mouth... So does clonadine.. so it's shitty taking both.
But after my 5th or 6th day, it wasn't nearly as bad. At first it was like extremely noticable. But now it's fine :)
*Edit*
After 5 or 6 days of just the Vyvanse alone* I don't mean of taking both clonadine and Vyvanse
Very best to you my ADHD friend its all i needed to make my decision thanks for sharing them cupcakes and rainbows'
hey... i just wanted to know if it still works for you... i have been on adderall for a month and only had success with it for the first two weeks.. i started at 30 mg ... and now on 30 three times a day and still not focused on anything... i just wanted to know if you are still taking vyvanse
Yes, it is still working for me. I'm on 20mg of Vyvanse and it gives me enough to make it through my workday. I've experimented recently going back to Adderall but it just makes me so irritable. I will only take Vyvanse from now on. Thank you for your question and watching!
@@PeaJayTheGr8 forgot to ask.. does Vyvanse help you with being patient ?
It helps me to an extent. I’m a very impatient person. It helps but it doesn’t fully make me a patient person.
Started on 30 mg??
How long does it typically take to kick in for you?
For both, it typically took an hour tops. Thanks for watching! 👊
are you still on Vyvanse?
No. I'm not on anything at the moment. Lost my job a couple of months back and have no insurance. Plan to make an update video soon.
On adderal now and thinking of switching. How would I go about this? Is it enough of the same thing as adderal, to which I can ask my doctor to switch, or what would be good way to approach my doctor?
Just talk to them about why you want to make the switch and I'm pretty sure they should be able to steer you in the right direction. My doctor informed me that 70mg of Vyvanse was similar to the 40mg of Adderall I was on, but I'd defer to your doctor's thoughts on that. Just be honest in your approach and they should be able to help. 👍
@@PeaJayTheGr8 thankyou and I plan on it my appt later this month, I was trying to ask you, it probably didn't come off as I meant it to. Are the two similar enough, to ask to switch? My problem is the adderal isn't really working as well as it used to, my plan was to ask to try vyvans as I have heard good things from people that had the same problem, and from researching online, it sounds like it would be good for me?
I just don't want it to come off as me asking for a more powerful medicine. I'm sure people try and ask for stuff like that just to get high. I don't want it to come off like that. Does that make sense? I hope that you interpreted that the way I had meant lol
No worries. I may have misinterpreted your question. Yes, they are similar but there are some differences that made me prefer Vyvanse over Adderall. The first was that Adderall always made me feel on edge and it made me a much angrier person on the 40MG. 70MG of Vyvanse gave me all of the benefits of 40MG of Adderall without the crankiness and uncontrollable anger. For me, I definitely preferred Vyvanse over Adderall. And I don't think your doctor would think you are just looking for a quick high as those people who abuse tend to prefer Adderall over Vyvanse. Your doctor may think the opposite actually that you want to make that switch.
@@PeaJayTheGr8 thankyou your video had some good info, and with your comments to my questions are appreciated. I look forward to hopefully switching as I feel it would work great as it sounds it has for you. I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks again👍
For me, my psych had me taking calcium, b12, a b complex, fish oil, and magnesium. I ended up not taking those consistently. The adderall started to decrease in effectiveness and I had gotten basically back to normal, even at a higher dose. I randomly took all my supplements one day and by afternoon it was like the addys started working again! Next day I was exponentially less depressed. It's incredible and I always take them now. I feel like I was just totally depleted of those minerals from forcing myself with the stimulant.
Great video! I suggest you consider cutting of completely with that other stuff and just stick with vyvanse, all antidepressants are junk vs amphetamin based meds, less is more bro. In doing that you enhance the vyvanse effect.
I’m taking 50mg vyvanse and it covers my ADHD and depression, anxiety etc. But that’s me..
Wish you all the best
Thanks for the tip, my friend! 👍
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Holy shit thats like the best flavor of kombucha. I used to have so many empty bottles of it because I cant get my ferment to taste the same
they had me on 70mg of vyvanse when i was little, it was like i was just there, it turned me antisocial i feel like
I honestly think 70mg is way too much. I felt like a zombie when I was on that much, coupled with an antidepressant. Thanks for sharing your story. 👊
I'm making the switch in 4 days to deal with the adderall shortage.
Damn son...I wish I can only take 40 mg of Adderall. I take 80 mg of instant release Adderall. I hate Adderall , but my Dexedrine prescription of 60mg a day got way to expensive.
80? 😳 Man my body would lose it on that much Adderall! I hated it too!
20 mg of Vyvanse is enough 70 is the MAX, your Doc was INSANE.
No; u can actually go higher than 70 on Vyvanse.
Watch some videos by drs.
I have recently been put on Ritalin for my re diagnosed adhd, it really helps a whole bunch, but it gives me the temper of the man downstairs and I have seen many good reviews for Vyvanse and I guess I’m wondering how did you approach your doctor in relation to asking to make the switch without coming across as someone who doesn’t know what he’s talking about?
I’ve just been told by my doctor that he likes to prescribe Vyvanse as someone’s first ADHD medication just like what was said in this video. He said that people tend to get less side effects on it. Hopefully you haven’t had much trouble switching.
Is Vyvanse expensive?
It depends on your insurance. I pay $25 which is $20 cheaper than what I paid for Adderall. I think they have discount options for those who don’t have insurance.
@@PeaJayTheGr8 I have healthnet. I doubt it is covered.
Check their website to see if they offer any discount plans. Your doctor may be aware of this too.
My insurance doesn’t cover it. It’s $300 out of pocket. They have a discount coupon but it only knocks off $60
😳 I’m so sorry. My insurance prefers Adderall but they still cover Vyvanse. Sorry to hear that.
My doctor put me on 60mg of Adderall for 15 years, now I have cardiovascular disease :(
That is not good. So sorry to hear that. 😔
60mg is way to high!
I’ve been on 60mg of Adderall for 7 years, and I’m starting to have side effects.Pains in my hands, and feet which is called Adderall induced neurotoxicity.I’ll be switching over in a few day so I’m a little nervous, but cautiously optimistic.🤞🙏🤞
@DB-COOPER Thank you for the advice! I appreciate that!👍
Thanks for sharing your story, Iron Brother, and thanks for your tips DB-COOPER! 👊
DAMN, wow, that's alot! 20mgs have me up the wall!
Yeah, I saw that happen to my hands during covid. What I did was completely go off the XR adderal and started doing 15 or 20mg instants a couple times a day.
It’s amazing how many people have bad expiernces with the XR (beads one) and have no idea there is such a thing as instants.
For me, the instants hit me for like an hour and then slowly decreases and gone. It does not do that zombie tired eat everything days hangover the XR does.
Also, if you eat moderately clean it makes the instants even better.
@@SocialStudiess Thank you for the advice,my friend. I switched over Vyvanse XR, and it seemed to work ok. My health insurance coverage/plan pulled a U turn on me, and stopped covering the cost (385$ for one month script) I went back to 30 mg Adderalls twice a day, the second one on an as needed basis. My symptoms have subsided, and I’m feeling much better. I guess you have to be your own advocate or tweak things a little to get it right. Good to hear you’re doing well with the medication !👍
Good seeing adhd reviews from a black man, as myself to see how it affects us.
Thank you, my friend. Appreciate that a lot! 👊
@@PeaJayTheGr8 First day on 30mg had headache towards the end of the day and it raised my blood pressure is that normal?
Oof 70mg vyvanse... no personal experience but i have watched reviews saying anything over 50mg is more side effects than benefit. I’m on 40.
Did You suffer Ahnedonia??
No, I didn't at all. Thanks for asking!
Have you ever taken concerta ? It sounds a lot like vyvanse in the way it effects you throughout the day . Great video !
Thanks for the compliment, Mike! I’ve only taken Adderall and now Vyvanse. Hoping this does the trick, but time will tell!
If There are any long term users here I was wondering if the results are as great as the beginning because love vyvance so far but am afraid that as I Will build tolerance I wont feel the greatness of it
My teenager has been on it since the teachers were trying to get him to move schools at 5! He is 16 now and I have had to tapper him off but like any medicine, your body will end up needing it. He hates it now and is glad I'm doing what I'm doing. But he has anger, and gets irritated alot. Some tummy issues but he is eating slot now do I'm thankful for that. With Adderall he won't eat.
Tapering is the best way to go. I’m glad I stopped the Adderall and moved to Vyvanse. 20mg is my sweet spot and only take it on work days. Best decision I’ve ever made. 👍
Make sure when you take vyvanse you eat fruit it’s easy to swallow and brings all nutrients you need especially at the end of work/school eat healthy for better outcome
Anyone tried Mydayis??
I've never heard of it until you brought it up. Going to ask my doctor about it tomorrow.
Man, I'm only on 5mg of Adderall and I'm tripping. I can hear my heart beating out my chest, insomnia, jaw-clenching, teeth-grinding, tongue-sucking, blurred vision, and paranoid like crazy. But I'm focused though... on all the side effects! Maybe the ADD wasn't so bad.
I had the exact same symptoms! Chalked it up to being on too much but eventually ditched it all together for Vyvanse. Best decision I ever made.
Woah. Maybe your body doesn't like Adderall. That's a pretty intense reaction especially since it's such a low dose!
Don't want to speculate but usually someone who legit has the diagnosis wouldn't react that way...ESPECIALLY at such a dose that you noted...5mg. I am just wondering if somehow you were misdiagnosed? Anyways, whatever is going on I hope you get it figured out. I'm also Bipolar Type 1 in addition to ADD so I literally HAVE to be truthful in what's working and what's not or I get hospitalized.
Adventure-A- DAY - I’m definitely not misdiagnosed. I’ve never been able to focus until now. The impulsivity has also improved in a big way. My mind is actually so much calmer, it’s just the physical side effects. I’m just really sensitive to stimulants. Even coffee kicks my butt.
@@EastCoastReefer Thanks for the quick reply. Have you ever heard of Strattera? It's a *non-stimulant* ADD/ADHD medication. It didn't work for me but a TON of people have been saved by this and claim its worked miracles in their lives. Being overly sensitive to stimulants could just be a part of your body/brain's chemical makeup. 5mg of Adderall is a tiny dose and that typically shouldn't have such adverse effects.
Also, there's Vyvanse(still a stimulant such as Adderall). I assume you're at least aware of it clearly since you watched this video haha. Not sure if you're on medical insurance? It's at least another option. I've personally found that to be the absolute BEST medication for ADD/ADHD but you almost have to be on really good medical insurance to afford it. Anyways, if you're still in the beginning stages of finding the right fit, just be honest with your doctor. He/she should be willing to try different drugs that best suit you. Best of luck
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My son is on 25mg of XR Adderall but he is out. but I got 60 XR ofvyvans ... Do you think 60Xr to much compared to Adderall?
I was told by my doc that 70mg of Vyvanse was equivalent to 40mg of Adderall, but I would take that with a grain of salt as I am not a doc. This is just what I was told by mine.
60mg adderall 💀💀
40mg was WAY too much for me
I have been on 30mg adderall for 6 years. Had to switch due to drug shortage. The feeling you describe when switching to 20mg vyvanse is so similar to what im experiencing! This is calming my nerves thank you!
Thanks @peajaythegr8. I was prescribed Ritalin as a kido and hated it. I never used Ritalin beyond the third grade. Now that I am in law school, and my mid-thirties, I use a mild dose of Adderall, and I'm learning I don't like. I started Adderall as a Junior during my undergrad, and seemed to appreciate what it did for me. It's been a couple of years now, and something has got to change with the drug. I have a three-year old son, a wife, and now a six-month girl. Man, Adderall makes me irritable, especially with the stress of school, and though never out-of-hand, I am short with my family some days. My refill at Walgreens is due in a few days but I'm thinking I'll cancel the Adderall, head over to the Doctor, and have a chat. Thanks again for your video. You are much better than raunchy Reddit forums seemingly full of "kids" trying to get feedback to maximize their weekend high. Cheers.
I hope your chat goes well, Bryce. Adderall didn’t agree with me either. It made me an irritated mess. So easy to get me pissed off. Vyvanse was way better for me at least. Not as harsh in my own personal opinion. Wishing the best for you. Let me know how your chat goes.
@@PeaJayTheGr8 I'm ten days into Vyvanse, it is wonderful, and seems as an upgraded, and refined system when compared to Adderall. The medication is night and day. I used Adderall for two years, I'll never consider using it again, so long as these benefits are fulfilled from Vyvanse.
@@bry0ung is vyvance still working out well for you?
Making the switch
Out of these medications which one is the one that gives you the energy and motivation the most?
They got me on the vyvanse and Im not as bad of a procrastinator as I was before and my focus is only slightly better.. Does the adderall have better effects? I thought the amphetemine based med would be better..?
I am curious on your question too, as I was just started on Vyvanse almost 2 weeks ago just got form 40mg to 50mg today..
Definitely more focused not.. not sure it’s done one thing about me interrupting ppl on a constant basis tho..
And I am
Curious if Adderall is better .
Or I just haven’t give Vyvanse a long enough chance
My side effects come and go other than no appetite, I keep a dry mouth…
What is very very bizarre to me is when I edged out 20 mg on the second day I got these gas like chest pains(not near my heart literally closer to below my clavicle.. that would come and go..
On 40mg didn’t have any of that..
But now first day on the 50mg the flushed face came back and the little gassy “chest pains”..
Hard to describe..
Not dizzy at all. I am prone to headaches anyways so I have had a headache here and there over the last 2 weeks on Vyvanse probably had 3-4 headaches thank god not migraines.
Sometimes my hands either get super cold or super hot too😂🤣😂😅
Other than all of the above I feel this could work for me…
These gassy type muscle chest pains need to cease tho.
Soooo bizarre not sure why it began on 20mg on the second day then stopped , did 30 mg for 3-4 days no Kona pains Ike that,
Same with 40 mg just got tough 5 days of the 40 mg..
Not that 40 didn’t work for me…
I feel like ….. I could definitely have felt much more motivated, energized, not percrastinating ..
So my psychiatrist said let’s try 50mg..
I see him next week then I will have been on the 50 for a full week.
I will know for certain of I need to go up.
I know one thing I cannot take before 10am… it only lasts at max 9-10 hours in my body.
(Btw doesn’t affect my sleep)
my first day on Vyvanse was 04/23/20 after being on adderall for a year. I took 30mg of vyvanse first thing in the morning and felt nothing, i went from 30 to 90 the next day and still no
effect at all. I only took adderall bc it was like taking some sort of energy workout, but it never really help with my ADHD. My life is out of controls due to not able to find the right med or doses. So I watched your video, and very open to subjection👍
none of this drugs takes away my sleep or appetite as well
90mg of Vyvanse is a pretty high dose to not feel anything. Have you talk to your doctor about other options? There’s def more out there than Adderall and Vyvanse. And trust me, I know that out of control feeling. Not fun.
Depresion due to ADHD. Perfect Thats what I think homie
For sure. Thanks for watching!
@@PeaJayTheGr8 Thank you for uploading such a good video
Correction Elvanse...pretty much same drug I believe x
Hello, how are you doing with Vyvanse/Elvanse? I was on Atomoxetin but I could not handle the palpitation.
word! on the depression!
Yeah, it really is no joke! Glad you could relate and thank you for sharing and watching!
Dosage is too high, I'm on 30, its very mile but very effective. If you don't feel it, then its time to take a month or two off stimulants and the start therapy.
When it comes to stimulants, dose down not up!
tyler Why dose down and not up? Plus you can switch stimulants and the tolerance will begin to go away.
70 is TOO HIGH, no Wonder why you wouldn’t take it, it’s just makes Vyvanse look really Bad
I thought it was. That's why I don't see that doctor anymore.
I hate when fat people call me malnourished
Ritilan and Van's only addys suck
Switch to Vyvanse from addie
That background music is driving me NUTS!!! It’s so distracting!😫
Welcome to the world of ADHD. 😜
The thumb nail looked like a woman....forgive miii
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