3 weeks on Vyvanse and still worse mood than before taking it, is there still a possibility of improving?

[Raimuntas]

I started with Vyvanse 3 weeks ago, first 2 weeks on 30mg ando 1 week on 50mg. Although my mood wasn't great before I feel more down with Vyvanse, I tried Concerta before, 2 weeks but it was even worse than with Vyvanse. I feel Vyvanse help me focus and be more still but I'm not sure if these side effects will go away. I want to keep trying because I don't want my ADHD to be untreated but at the same time it's very difficult being quite down.

Does anyone have experiences with this issue?

[JazzElvis1]

Hi it might sound odd to you, but for some reason I feel better on a lower dose, I feel the calming effects , but when I go up I feel somewhat strained , hope that helps

[75ADHDgal]

That is enough time - Call the doctor demand another medication .??? wellbutrin XR- Wellbutrin is an Antidepressant with an off label use as treatment for ADHD - I was on it for some time and loved it but developed an allergy for it . And seems bif Pharma has there greedy hands in Physicians pockets since Vyvanse isone of the more expensive but not the best drug for ADHD

[AuntieCoco]

I've been on 30mg for almost a month and also take 50mg Zoloft for anxiety. The 30mg Vyvanse is juuust enough to keep me focused, motivated, & some improvement with mood (less reactive). But I will say that both work much better if I have a protein-filled breakfast by 10am and at least a walk in the morning.

[AuntieCoco]

Also, note on the Vyvanse cost - there's no generic yet but the patent expires this year, I believe. So maby a generic is in the works but I haven't looked that far into it yet.