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Ritalin la makes me depressed. ritalin ir makes my anxiety worse. adderall er and vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) make me depressed. can't take strattera. wht cn i tk 4 adhd?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

ADHD alternatives: Talk to your doctor about other alternatives such as Concerta, Intuniv, Tenex, (guanfacine) Clonidine, Kapvay, etc.

Answered 5/1/2016

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Alternate ADHD meds: Guanfacine, clonidine, bupropion and certain other antidepressants are possible nonstimulant alternatives for ADHD treatment. The latter choices may also help address any underlying depression or anxiety. Best wishes!

Answered 11/13/2020

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Speak to your treate: Altrenatives include Provigil, Nuvigil, Imipramine, Amantadine. Speak to your treater.

Answered 4/3/2015

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