Just came across this while doing some research so I thought I would copy it down and paste it here in case some of it might be helpful to you.
Feb 23, 2013
To: skyler411
Take a look at wikapedias site on ADHD. There are several subtypes and even a new thing called Slugish Cognative Tempo or SCT. Different meds work better on one subtype than another. You need to find out which on they have to start. Low dose Dexidrine I think works better on inattentive type ADD and SCT, where as Rittalin will drive them up the wall, overloading them causing mood swings mania etc. I have heard that Rittalin works best for ADHD. You will notice the effect within min of taking the meds if they are the right one for the individual. Better impulse control such as a decrease in motor mouthing for ADHD for example and they will calm down. Some one with SCT will do better with fuctioning in complex social situations like a room full of people having conversations. Their processing speed with will increase so they can keep up with whats going on and not feel so lost. If your child is not hyperactive, and seems slow and spacy in complex social situations, Type in SCT on Wikapedia and check it out. SCT is just starting to be recognized, is far less common and is mistaken for inattentive ADD . For all of these subtypes, take the smallest dose you can. Less is more in my opinion. I have SCT and low dose Dexedrine has almost no side affects at all. It works really well.
Just curious if the protein breakfast made any difference for you?
Thanks so much I will try the protien breakfast! I tried taking two tums 45 min before taking it and I didn't really notice a difference. I've been looking at other options and vyvanse so far seems to be the way to go. Do you know anything about Dexedrine ?
Apparently having a high protein breakfast can really make a difference in how well the meds will work for you. this link explains that - http://www.corepsych.com/2007/02/power-breakfast-recipe-1-eat-protein/
And yes, something like Vyvanse will last much longer and should be smoother acting. Here is a link on all (or most) of the meds.
http://www.leeheymd.com/charts/adhd_1.html
If you have ADHD, you really shouldn't (from what I understand) have to take a break to regain tolerance. If you don't have ADHD and are taking it for other reasons, then yes.
Hope some of this helps. Best wishes.