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So I pulled her off Ritalin

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Her Behavior worsened at school her nightmares on the regular and simple tasks like putting on her socks became extremely difficult

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My grandson was put on Focalin which has helped him he does focus better in school and has helped in every day struggle.

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annett26 in reply to Dearest290

Hello,

My son was also put on Focalin but the headaches were very uncomfortable so Dr. said to change the meds. Does your grandson take extended release or lower dose twice a day? My son had Focalin XR and help a lot with his behavior.

The new medication is not as effective.

Thank you

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Dearest290 in reply to annett26

He takes about 30 mg a day last about 6 hrs he has never had headache l don’t give it to him on weekends unless we need to .

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anirush

One grandson has been on Focalin XR for years. For the other grandson Focalin was a nightmare. He was on Vyvanse for years and then switched to Straterra. Most of the time it is trail and error.

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