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An "addict" to a narcotic is probably already dosing with multiple psychoacting medications - which is why their livers and kidneys fail. What do you mean by "work"? Are you trying to "undo" the effects of oxycontin?
Multiple dosing and drug addictiction is what killed Elvis and Michael Jackson.
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What cold medications can you take with ADHD medications?
I would try to use antihistamine products instead of those containingdecongestants, which could increase the stimulant effect of the ADHD meds .
Is biphentin a narcotic?
No, it is a stimulant used as an ADD/ADHD medication.
Why are stimulants prescribed for ADHD?
It's because of the way that the human brain is wired. when a normal person takes a stimulant, their brain releases chemicals that boost the mental activity. When a person with ADD/ADHD takes a stimulant, their brains respond to the chemicals by slowing down. A simple metaphor would be that the wires in the brain are backwards for ADD/ADHD persons.
Can Vyvanse help a drug addict?
It really depends. Untreated ADHD is associated with an increased risk of substance use and addiction, so in this case, treating the ADHD may be helpful. It also depends on what drug(s) you are addicted to. If you are addicted to speed, then taking Vyvanse (which is an amphetamine) to treat ADHD may not be the best idea, although it does have a lower abuse potential than Adderall and many other stimulant ADHD medications. In almost any case, it is advised that the addiction itself is treated and is under control prior to beginning medications for ADHD treatment.
Is vyvance a narcotic?
No, it is not a narcotic. It is a central nervous system stimulant, for people with ADD/ADHD it has a calming effect. For people without ADHD it is a powerful stimulant. Narcotic means numb and opiates fall into this catagory.
Is Ritalin a depressant or tranquilizer?
Methylphenidate improved both social anxiety and ADHD symptoms in adults, study found.
What does Vyvanse do?
This depends if you have ADHD or not. If you do have ADHD, it will calm you down, and it will be prescribed to you. If you do not have ADHD it will make you hyper, jittery, nervous, and sometimes a bit scary. It will NOT be prescribed if you don't have ADHD. In any case, you will stop eating or sleeping, and easily become addicted to it.
Is marijuana a treatment for ADHD?
There is a little evidence suggesting medical marijuana might help ADHD, but it is still considered far outside the realm of mainstream behavior/stimulant treatment.
What stimulants drug use to treat ADHD?
There are numerous drugs available to treat adult ADHD. Ritalin is methylphenidate, a stimulant used to treat ADHD. There are other stimulants available: Adderall and Vyvanse. Non-stimulant options exist such as Straterra. Please see the related question below.
Can caffeine cause rapid heartbeat?
Yes, caffeine is a stimulant, and in sufficient quantity, it can give you palpitations.
When do medications for ADHD start to work?
The most common class of medications used for ADHD, stimulants, take twenty to forty minutes to begin to improve symptoms. Other medications such as Strattera, a non-stimulant, can take up to two weeks before improving ADHD symptoms.
Will Strattera have the same affects as adderall at 120 mg help big test tomorrow?
No it wouldn't have the same affects. Strattera is a non-stimulant, non controlled drug used for ADHD. Adderall is a stimulant and a controlled drug. I take Adderall for narcolepsy to keep me awake. Adderall can also be taken for ADHD.
