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Does concerta work

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Concerta works really well, but there are a lot of side effects such as Dizzyness, increased anger, Shakiness,headaches,depression, suicidal thought,insomnia,STRONG stomach pain, and even sexual side effects!

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Within the first 30 mins but usually doesn't peak for a hour or 2. Then it lasts a good 10hrs depending on the dose.

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Speaking from my experience with concerta; the first time I took it I had relief in 30 minutes.

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Concerta should begin working in 30 minutes, but up to an hour if you ate before taking the capsule.

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