Hi there. Sorry you are uncomfortable. Why are you weaning off? It's always a good idea to do so under doctor supervision. A slow taper is key. If you are still having side effects from withdrawing the med, slow it down even more. Talk to your doctor about this. This link has a lot of side effects that can happen during discontinuation (which should be minimized by tapering down slowly). Your muscle pain is on the list but it is hard to say if that is from discontinuing the med or from your other condition. http://www.drugsdb.com/rx/vyvanse/vyvanse-withdrawal/. Something to consider is that as we taper down, each day should get a little better with whatever symptoms we have.
I feel for you, it's hard. But you can do it!
I disagree with the analysis above regarding Vyvanse withdrawal. My neuro-psychiatrist indicated that, unlike other ADD medications, my missing 1 day was the cause of Extreme fatigue, depression, irritability along with ADD symptoms. NOT INCLUSIVE EXPLANATION: Vyvanse uses adrenaline/cortisol (fight-flight hormones), stopping is similar to exhaustion following an intense situation and recovery time correlates to how long you've been taking it. I would discuss having his doctor prescribe a "short acting" ADD med to lessen the Vyvanse withdrawal symptoms.
In the process of evaluating my children, he confirmed my ADD-always a high achiever by employing creative study tricks-taping classes, memorizing outlines, using noise canceling headphones and listening to music while I work. But once I started Vyvanse, I could actually start working/billing as soon as I started working. 6 years later, still works great but I make sure I NEVER run out.
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I disagree with the analysis above regarding Vyvanse withdrawal. My neuro-psychiatrist indicated that, unlike other ADD medications, my missing 1 day was the cause of Extreme fatigue, depression, irritability along with ADD symptoms. NOT INCLUSIVE EXPLANATION: Vyvanse uses adrenaline/cortisol (fight-flight hormones), stopping is similar to exhaustion following an intense situation and recovery time correlates to how long you've been taking it. I would discuss having his doctor prescribe a "short acting" ADD med to lessen the Vyvanse withdrawal symptoms.
With adult ADD, I've taken Vyvanse for 6 years - works great in a job Where immediate concentration is necessary. That said, if there was ever a situation when I could not afford, I know I'm in for a wicked transition to return to just my regular state!
Thanks so much for your response. Correct, all branches of the military will not allow those with ADHD to enlist unless they have been off ALL meds for at least one year.
I will certainly check out the links you provided. In fact, I stumbled upon jeffsaddmind.com just the other day and have been in contact with him. I checked out the link regarding ADDCARE and that's very disheartening. I should have figured. I have read from several sources that withdrawal symptoms from Vyvanse can include extreme fatigue. I'm praying this is temporary and his body needs to re-adjust to life w/o Vyvanse but if I had to guess - it doesn't seem to me that he can function well enough while not on it. This is all so very frustrating and disheartening. All of his friends are moving along in college with education goals and plans and he's stuck at a standstill with no idea which way to go. I try to explain to him that he still young with plenty of time to make decisions and move ahead but he can't seem to get past it. Thanks for listening!
Well, the focus issues are one of the major reasons why people with AD/HD take the meds. So I would expect problems with that to return. The fatigue is interesting. Is he having a hard time sleeping at night? If so that could contribute to the fatigue or is the major reason. And, I think the unmotivation could be related to the focus issue. Its pretty hard to get motivated if you can't focus on your goals. But here is an adult ADD site that has a lot of posts on motivation - maybe he can find something here to help. Its - http://totallyaddconnect.com/forums/forum/tools-techniques-and-treatments/motivationstaying-on-track/
As for the ADDcare. Its really expensive and I doubt that it will help. But it shouldn't hurt. Here is an old link to people talking about it - http://www.addforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=62997
Actually, didn't realize that the marines did not take people using perscription meds for ADHD. Wonder if all the services are like that or just the marines?
I would also recommend that he check out this other site for adults with ADD. I think he will find the link helpful. The more he learns/understands how to deal with AD/HD, the more successful he will be. The link is -
http://jeffsaddmind.com/advice-for-the-adult-and-not-so-adult-adhder-12385.htm
Anyway, hope some of this helps. Best wishes.