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I was on ritalin 120mg day, developed tolerance. now adderall 120mg, but unhelpful & side effects. would focalin (dexmethylphenidate) be better? & what dose comparable?
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See below: Focalin (dexmethylphenidate) XR might feel better than Ritalin for some with ADHD. But tolerance to a medication typically requires being off. Dosing is best left to the psychiatrist who can evaluate you as it will also need to include weighing tolerance, symptoms and side effects.
Answered 9/23/2016
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