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I've recently started taking ritalin la to treat my adhd. i've been feeling very tired ever since i started taking it. shouldn't this make me feel more alert?
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The effect of these meds varies with the person. For many people it works for the duration of 6-8 hours followed by some down time. If you feel excessive tiredness during the initial hours of taking the med, your dose may exceed your need & need to be reduced.
Answered 8/11/2022
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