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I am taking adderall xr for a month now from 10 mg and increasing to 30 mg. however i have been having too many side effects, will ritalin (methylphenidate) la help?
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Possibly: It depends on what side effects you are noticing. The stimulant medications are very similar and there are some effects you can see in all, such as decreased appetite. There are genetic differences in the way individuals respond to meds, even if similar, and sometimes it takes a few tries to find the one that works the best for you.
Answered 3/19/2014
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