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Just started meds today and its making me feel anxious more than usual (programming.dev)
submitted 5 months ago by to c/adhd@lemmy.world
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I got my meds today, concerta 36 mg today and i feel like i am sitting for an exam. Mild trembles, hyper-aware and inability to sit still. Like a weaker version of caffeine for me.

From what i have seen online, caffeine, for alot of adhd ppl, works similarly to adhd meds, helping them focus. For me, it worsens my adhd, making me hyperactivity, hyper-aware and very trembles. I sort of addicted to it for 2 months or so. Drinking 4 to 5 cups a day.

Thinking about it now, this could be caffeine withdrawal rather than the meds. Either way, has anyone had similar experience?

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[–] [S] 1 point 5 months ago* (1 child)

But I am worried about caffeine withdrawnls and if that miss with the medication. Maybe I should have sorted my addiction first before starting meds?

I was gonna wait regardless thought and haven't had coffee for 3 days now.

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  • [–] 1 point 5 months ago

    No need to worry. The meds will alleviate your need for caffeine.

    It take a little time to figure out what works for you.

    After two weeks things are starting to balance out.

    Find some other warm tasty drink to replace your coffee.

    Good luck.

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