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Why do i build a tolerance to my concerta do fast? it helps me for about a week and than i noticed it stopped helping. what will my doctor do?
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Off and on: Many stimulants used for adhd build up tolerance very rapidly. One strategy is to schedule frequent medication breaks during times when the effect is less important.
Answered 5/24/2015
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