Anyone using both Dex and Ritalin? (lemmy.sdf.org)

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So I've tried both, and they both work, but with different effects. The dex is the only thing that helps with executive function, that kick start to actually initiate tasks. But Ritalin is more effective in muting the mental noise which helps me stay focused longer. It also helps me regulate my emotions much better. I have young kids and life gets hectic, so ritalin helps be keep my cool in this moments. But I'm reluctant to give up the Dex (what I'm currently prescribed) because I need it most work days to get things moving.

I wonder if anyone has the same experience and whether they've managed to work with their prescriber to use both on lower doses?

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[-] [email protected] 4 points 20 hours ago

What is dex? When i searched it seems slang for dysexecutive function not a med

[-] [email protected] 5 points 11 hours ago

Normally short for Dexamfetamine (depending on your country) lisdexamfetamine is a long release version which your body breaks down into dexamfetamine over a longer period eg. One a day vs multiple tabs multiple times a day.

[-] [email protected] 11 points 19 hours ago

I’m guessing they mean dextroamphetamine

[-] [email protected] 3 points 18 hours ago

Or maybe lisdexamphetamine?

[-] [email protected] 2 points 16 hours ago* (last edited 16 hours ago)

I assume dexmethylphenidate, it's related to but a slightly different chemical structure vs Ritalin. I'm surprised to see someone use them together given they're so similar

Though reading the other comment I've learned dextroamphetamine is also a thing, I wonder if that's the chemical structure equivalent for amphetamines/adderal

[-] [email protected] 2 points 16 hours ago

Dextroamphetamine is an isomer of amphetamine, marketed under the trade name Dexedrine, commonly shortened to Dex among recreational users, presumably also so among people actually using for ADHD

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