pls help!! Has anyone resolved hair loss from vyvanse..I started Vyvanse 2 weeks ago and really feel like I'm losing tons of hair. I see so many stories of hair loss and like, NO success stories. Maybe ppl just don't post when their hair stops falling out, but I'm feeling pretty discouraged!! Thank you so much :,)
My Fiancé and I got engaged in Italy last July and he was extremely serious about us. We had a great relationship a few minor ups and downs and occasional minor disagreements, but a very happy healthy relationship. In April he started 10mg of Elvanse with a 10mg increase every few weeks. When first starting he was quite moody in the evenings and said he'd got doubts about the Wedding but could not name them, and acted quite cold with me, this only lasted a few days and he was absolutely fine again and then it briefly happened again on the 20mg. Once he was on 30mg and then 40mg he was happy, content, romantic, buying me flowers and gifts, booked us a holiday, said he couldn't imagine being with anyone other than me, and said we'd have a very happy marriage, and was planning to sell one of his cars soon to pay for Wedding costs.
He then got put on 50mg of elvanse and within 3 weeks he was having irrational angry outbursts over very minor things, was being extremely late like 2 hours late for things, and also blew money like £750 on the most random thing off a stranger on Facebook market place with no warranty whilst we were staying at his Mums 200 miles away from home, and he was 2 hours late by doing this for an outing his Mum had planned, and we were too late to go. She was very upset and he didn't think he had done anything wrong and got very aggressive with her for crying. This was extremely out of character behaviour. I got upset as we were supposed to be saving for a Wedding and he let his mum down and was horrible to her.
2 days later after whatsapping him a wedding venue to look at he sent a horrible text saying "I dont think we should go through with the Wedding, it pains me to let you down, but I just feel we dont match anymore and committing to each other would be a mistake " He later gave ever changing weird vague contradictory reasons for ending our relationship, that didnt add up despite claiming ending it was a really tough desicion he'd given a lot of thought. Then he blew hot and cold with me, nice one time, cold and horrible another like our relationship meant nothing and I made his life stressful. He also sent an angry rant to my mum. 10 days after breaking up, she sent him a nice message saying she hoped he was okay, and his lauched a crazy rant by text. Id confided in him in the past that my Mum was sometimes difficult due to her mental illness and he was really horrible about it and the message was full of capital letters, saying he was so angry his resting heart rate was 120-140. His work colleagues say he iscacting very manic and strange too. It was so weird. He then got my things out of his house and closed our joint account but was very upset at the bank and begged me to keep in touch.
A week after the bank visit, and 5 weeks after breaking up he lowered his dose to 40mg bought me a gift, and wants to meet for coffee in 2 weeks, but mentioned giving me back the towel I got on our engagement holiday thats still at his. His behaviour and treatment towards me has been bizarre as he was so erratic broke up out of nowhere with no real reason for ending such a serious commitment. The elvanse is all that makes sense to me. Is this possible and is reconciliation possible once he stablises on the correct dose?
I’ve been taking vyvanse since last August. I can’t help but feel like the way I react to stims just isn’t appropriate for someone with adhd. I get a dopamine rush even after a whole year and it burns out quickly. My heart thumps, I feel jittery and anxious, I can hardly focus and if anything it makes concentrating on tasks even worse. Yet I still take it because the rebound fucking sucks. I feel I’ve grown dependent on it. It’s 30mg and I feel like I’m strung out on meth, this cant be the intended response? I’m questioning if I really even have attention deficit and it seems unlikely I don’t because I struggle with task completion but at the same time such a low dose of a medication has me wired and gives me paradoxical effects
Hey guys, I'm currently on 30mg Vyvanse + 5mg Adderall IR booster (I only take the booster on days I really need it, not every day). I've been noticing some side effects and was wondering if anyone here has experienced similar or has a solution. Also, some other general questions/concerns I have.
Side effects include: severe lack of appetite, lightheadedness (esp. when standing up from bed or sitting), headaches.
The severe lack of appetite I know is a common one. But I literally can't bring myself to eat. The food starts feeling like mud in my mouth and it's so hard to get it down my throat. I was 118-120lbs (around 54kg) and now I am at 112-113lbs (around 51kg). For context I was already thin as I am 5'7" (170cm) and any lower than this weight is hugely concerning to me because I am at risk of losing my period and also very prone to vasovagal syncope (fainting spells). When I was this weight a few years back I had lost my period, started fainting everywhere I went, all sorts of issues. The issues lasted for months after I got my weight back up as well. I'm worried I'm inadvertently malnourishing myself.
The lightheadedness is definitely from a significant iron deficiency that I have. My iron levels are very low despite eating lots of iron-rich foods, and I have tried to take supplements, but I fail to take them regularly and the levels deplete quickly. I feel like the lightheadedness and dizziness get so much worse than baseline on the Vyvanse, though. Without Vyvanse, it's 1 or 2 seconds of slight dizziness, but with the Vyvanse, my entire vision blurs for 5-10 seconds and I have trouble staying up without bracing myself on something.
Headaches, I feel like are a little more common but this is not the worst symptom by far. I also notice it more when I take the Adderall booster as opposed to the Vyvanse. Is this normal?? I just don't want to take painkillers or any kind of extra medication while I'm on such a heavy med like stimulants (esp. stuff like Tylenol because taking both stimulants and Tylenol would overwork my liver).
Other questions: I'm really worried about oxidative stress on my brain. I've been trying to have more antioxidants through whole foods (acai, blueberry) but again, appetite issue. I have looked into supplements but it looks like people on here recommend like 20 different supplements so I am pretty confused about it all. I do take Magnesium Glycinate when I remember to. My sleep hasn't been too bad without it, I usually sleep a full 7-8 hours though that may change when I move to my new job. So I guess just wondering if you had a top 3-5 supplement list to take for oxidative stress and other side effects, other than Magnesium Glycinate, what would they be?
Another question: How the hell do you guys remember to take supplements?! I remember my Vyvanse because I function wayyyyy better with it. But how are people managing to take 10 different supplements AND hitting their protein intake AND exercising AND hydrating AND managing their lives?! I feel like I have ADHD Pro Max compared to you beasts. (To be clear, I am complimenting you all and amazed by your ability to do all of it.)
Short story but a lot of my time.
I was diagnosed with ADHD shortly after finishing university and started taking vyvanse immediately after that. I felt like I saw the light haha. Everything in my day was exciting and new and I had an immense lust for life that I had never experienced before.
I got into an apprenticeship that I thought was really exciting and promising despite it being hard work and long hours. I was working for a very well respected individual in my industry (art world).
1.5 years later and only now am I realising that I am literally just cheap labour for the guy and am being completely taken advantage of. The man hours are outrageous for the pay I receive. I have respiratory issues from inhaling dust from sanding. I have tennis elbow from polishing his artwork surfaces. Which I do for 8 hours straight some days. My finger joints are in constant pain. I practically make the guys work for him and still only receive an entry level hourly. He wasn’t even there today. He also openly admits to not knowing how to achieve certain finishes to the extent that I am able to. It’s embarrassing and immoral.
And I know that if I was unmedicated in the beginning phases I would have seen through the veil and let him find another unsuspecting victim. This shit is so not me. I just did the honourable thing and saw it through I guess. I regret it entirely. I’m resigning tomorrow.
Anyone else have experience with over commitments to this extent lmao? I’m not going to allow myself to dwell on the time and energy lost but I’m pretty pissed off that the substance clouded my agency for so long. Anyways, next chapter inbound.
Hey,
Yes, I know that ADHD medications—such as Vyvanse, which I take—are drugs. I’ve been taking 30 mg of Vyvanse for one week now. I feel calmer and have less noise in my head, but unfortunately, my executive dysfunction hasn’t improved much yet.
On the first day, I was with my family when my cousin whispered in my ear, “Are you on drugs?” That really caught me off guard.
A few days later, I met up with my best friend, whom I had told a few weeks earlier that I was going to start taking ADHD medication. He asked me, “Did you take your ADHD medication?” Then he said, “I can instantly tell. You look different, you talk differently, and you sound different. It’s very noticeable.”
Again, I was shocked because I had even forgotten that I had taken it that day. Ten minutes later, he interrupted me while I was talking and said, “Bro, you don’t understand how different you’re acting. It’s like you’re a completely different person. It looks like you took Molly. Are you sure you didn’t accidentally switch the pills?”
What?!
It doesn’t stop there. The next day, my coworker came up to me and asked if I snorted cocaine.
Okay, this is getting to be too much. Does anyone know what the hell is going on?
I swear I feel completely fine and think I’m acting normally.
I’m not asking for medical advice. I’m going to discuss this with my prescriber, but I’m curious whether anyone has noticed a similar change in how other people perceive them after starting medication.
Id like to start off by clarifying i acknowledge that reddit, obviously, cannot give me 100% accurate information and should not be used as a replacement for a doctor, i have my check in appointment scheduled in a few weeks, but my doctor isnt readily available for calls and im also a minor without a car so i cant really go back and forth asking about menial things that are probably either normal or mean nothing, you know?
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With that, I am a pretty medicine sensitive person. I have combined adhd, but we decided that the lack of focus and motivation to do things was killing me, because combining that with depression kinda felt like a double whammy of no motivation. I came from Concerta where they started me on a generic brand single release so that i could start at a very low dose, and upon reaching 18mg we realized that it just wasnt working for me. It was not a dangerous type of "not working," just that the effects were a bit strong for me to be able to handle and still function.
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I just started at 30mg Vyvanse, and i guess im just, not sure what to expect? I know everyone is different but i suppose im kind of just asking for your guys' experience with it to get a general idea, what side effects you guys experienced on the first day - until the first refill ( Im not sure what its like in other places but where i live in the US for controlled substances we only get 14 days worth and then the doctor has to submit another prescription. ) And what helped to get rid of them/How long it took to adjust?
I have some mild health anxiety so i get super hyper alert when something that i dont usually feel can be felt so this is kind of my way of reminding myself that im fine.
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Currently its been about two hours since i took the medicine and i definitely feel energetic, like the kind of energetic that makes you wanna run around and do a bunch of things at once which on its own is a feeling i only get every few months lol. a¹i started the day off with a dizzy spell (which is normal for me,) but now that the medicine has kicked in its definitely gotten worse, and my resting heartrate has gone up to about 94~ from 75-80, which i assume is normal as its listed as minor side effects on various sources? I feel slightly "off" but thats something i always feel when i get dizzy/taking something new so im not sure if that can be attributed to the medicine or just placebo from anxiety. If I were to hold my hand out still im not shaking but when i start walking around or doing something that requires me to use my arm muscles it definitely feels a little shaky? It kinda just feels like walking after getting scared really bad. I also noticed that my tinnitus is slightly different? Usually its a lower pitched static sound but it seems higher pitch and slightly more noticeable than usual while sitting in a mostly quiet room. Also, I have orthostatic hypotension which means i get mild-severe dizzy spells/fainting spells when i stand up due to my blood pressure lowering from said action, and it seems like theyve gotten a bit worse when the medicine kicked in.
edit: after about another hour, i do have a sort of pressure like headache that feels kind of like a tension headache? its very very mild right now. Also, my hands feel warmer than usual. My eyes (brows?) feel a little heavier, almost like i didnt get enough sleep, which given i dont sleep very well but usually im not this tired unless i only slept a couple of hours.
That is just a list of things ive felt so far that I dont usually notice, so im not sure what is normally caused by the medicine and what is just my body being weird :) I will also be bringing these symptoms up with my doctor, along with any new ones that might arise in the future
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I did not eat anything when i took the medicine, which im not sure if i wa supposed to but i just never feel that hungry after waking up. I do have some food cooling off as i type this. Some of these symptoms might also just be caffeine withdrawal too, because im also trying to not drink as much soda while starting these meds, as doing so with concerta made things x10 worse. What did you guys experience on the first day?
I take Vyvanse, and it definitely helps, but I’m interested in hearing from other people with ADHD about what else has made a noticeable difference for them.
I’m especially interested in things that help with focus, energy, not feeling constantly tired, better sleep, motivation, procrastination, executive dysfunction, staying organized, and avoiding distractions. (THE CLASSICS 😂)
I’d like to hear about supplements, vitamins, exercise, diet, sleep routines, productivity systems, apps, habits, or anything else that has helped you.
I’m not looking to replace medication. I’m interested in things that can work alongside Vyvanse and help me function better overall.
For supplements, I’d especially like to know what you take, what you feel it helps with, and whether you actually noticed a difference.
I know everyone is different, so I’m mainly interested in your personal experiences.
What has been your biggest non-medication ADHD game changer?
I have a big problem and would really appreciate some advice.
I am traveling to Mainland China as well as Hong Kong for roughly 28 days. I have ADHD and currently take Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) as prescribed medication.
I already contacted the Government of Hong Kong to ask whether I am allowed to bring my medication into Hong Kong. They confirmed that it is fine as long as I keep it in my carry-on luggage, leave it in the original prescription packaging, and carry documentation from my doctor. They also specifically told me that I do not need to declare the medication through the red channel when entering Hong Kong.
However, I have no idea whether I am allowed to bring the medication into Mainland China. I have tried to find a way to contact the relevant Chinese authorities, but so far I haven’t been able to get a clear answer. I also have three domestic flights within Mainland China and will be traveling through the country by train.
Some people on Reddit say that I should simply bring the medication in my carry-on luggage, keep it in the original packaging, and not worry about it. But I really don’t want to take that risk. I would much rather have clear and reliable information before traveling.
I also really don’t want to deal with unnecessary stress, such as lengthy questioning or having to explain my medication every time I travel within Mainland China. I don’t want to have to arrive at the airport or train station two hours earlier than necessary before every domestic flight or train journey just because I need to declare my medication or go through additional checks.
Because of this, I am currently considering stopping my medication before the trip and only starting it again once my itinerary is over.
What do you guys think? Has anyone had experience bringing Vyvanse/lisdexamfetamine into Mainland China, especially when traveling domestically by plane and train?
I’m prescribed 50mg Elvanse and I accidentally took my second dose about 40 minutes after taking the first one because I completely forgot I had already taken it
So I ended up taking 100mg total
Now I’m experiencing really weird movements that I normally don’t have. My eyes keep rolling upwards uncontrollably and I keep biting/clenching my jaw without meaning to. My jaw is starting to hurt from doing it so much
I’m also really worried about sleeping because I know Elvanse already keeps me awake sometimes and I’ve taken double my normal dose
Has anyone experienced tics or involuntary movements after accidentally taking too much Elvanse? How long did it last?
I’m supposed to work tomorrow morning too and honestly I don’t know if I’m even going to be able to sleep
My wife is on Vyvanse after being on Concerta for years. I’ve noticed since the switch… or maybe before the switch that she talks constantly now. So much that it’s difficult to get a word into the conversation. I certainly notice it and I believe that some of our friends notice it too.
Can anyone tell me if Vyvanse can cause this?
Thanks
Hi, So i was on 30mg for two weeks. I found it marginally beneficial. No anxiety like I had with ritalin.
Today I switched to 40mg and I just have no interest in anything. I dont have motivation to do any tasks I must do.
My desire to smoke cigerettes has doubled and I cant stop smoking. I also have had a raised libido.
I just feel like whats the point of doing anything. I kind of have moments like this not on ADHD meds but its higher now. Im not sure what to do..
I felt like my ADHD diagnosis would maybe save me but it is really disappointing that I still cant do anything. Am I just lazy? Even writing this felt like a chore and I had no desire to do it.
I even have no desire to make food. I can tell that I’m hungry but the process of actually cooking sounds like a task which is too annoying to do.
I don't know if it's my honeymoon period ending, or my tolerance rising, but I don't feel the same efficacy that I did when I initially picked Vyvanse back up (haven't been adhering to it). The duration also seems a lot shorter. What do you guys get out of your ideal dose?
Hi everyone,
I am a 20 year old female was diagnosed with ADHD while seeing if I have autism instead. I was taking Vyvanse 30mg and sometimes dex and then moved down to 20mg due to heart palpitations but now stopped for a week bcs of high BP (130 systole).
I’m seeing my psychiatrist and GP about the physical symptoms, so I’m not asking for medical advice — just wondering if anyone has experienced something similar.
Since stopping, I don’t feel “fixed.” I still procrastinate, feel anxious/sad, and struggle with motivation. But I also feel a bit steadier and lighter. I can think for longer periods across the day, and the crash doesn’t destroy the rest of my day as much. My mum also says I seem happier.
On Vyvanse, I maybe felt more activated/focused at times, but also more overstimulated, anxious and physically uncomfortable. Off it, I procrastinate more and have less appetite suppression, which is hard because of body image, but overall I feel less emotionally wrecked.
Has anyone else found that stimulants helped some ADHD symptoms but made anxiety/crashes/overstimulation worse overall? How did you explain it to your doctor?
I was prescribed vyvanse 20mg a little over a week ago. I don’t really feel a difference at all, I’m not more focused/concentrated or less hyperactive. I feel the exact same as when I’m not on it except a little less hungry. I can’t tell when it wears off or on 😭
Even when I make sure I’ve eaten and stay hydrated it feels the exact same
Should I ask my doctor about increasing my dosage or wait a little longer?
I’ve just started elvanse and I’m getting to sleep at around 2 (usually sleep around then normally but I think it’s impacting the effectiveness of the meds). I think my body needs to adapt but I’m also wondering if it’s just that I have too high expectations of the meds. I’m on the lowest dose (I do feel a bit of a change but I’m also before my period which I’ve heard can stop the meds from being as effective) and I’m pretty sleepy during the day but struggling to actually get to sleep. I am basically just on my phone the whole time though. This is what I did before my meds because nothing really worked for me (being off phone/magnesium/reading a book and so on) and I just wouldn’t sleep until 1-2. I thought if it will help me sleep, being on my phone wouldn’t matter too much and if I was too wired to sleep anyways it wouldn’t do much difference. I’m pretty awake/wired at night. I’m also wondering if it’s my body temperature. If my body temperature is too warm at night I really struggle to sleep. I do feel warmer than usual so I think it could be the meds.
Does anyone who sleeps well on Vyvanse find that they can sleep even when on their phone or do you still need to have a routine (being off screens for a bit before bed and so on) ?
Okay I cannot afford vyvanse anymore. I cannot spend $400+ a month especially with current personal reasons
Does anybody know any other good adhd meds that are similar but aren’t so expensive?
I’ve recently come to India for a vacation and realized that I’ll be staying longer than the amount of Vyvanse I was prescribed.
I’ve now finished my prescription, and I’m trying to figure out what my options are. I’ve heard that Vyvanse may be available in India, but I’m not sure how accurate that is or whether there are any psychiatrist is prescribing it .
Has anyone in India, particularly someone who was previously prescribed Vyvanse abroad, been able to see a psychiatrist and get a prescription ?
Any advice or experiences would be appreciated.
Hi everybody, what practice/diet/supplement or anything else that was a game changer for you during your use of Vyvanse?