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I've been told by my provider that due to the worldwide shortage I have to try something else.

Currently on elvanse (vyvanse in the US). Opted to try Amfexa which is still dexamphetamine but not the "slow release" that lisdexamphetamine is.

Nervous about the switch after finding something that works on my first try.

Has anyone made the same or similar switch?

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 year ago

Yes, but each time I switched, the new med was out also. I went without for 2 months until suddenly my original script was available again.

For now...

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Is there a reason you'd opt away from XR? I've found most XRs are tuned to about twelve hours which is pretty doable.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

I figured staying with dexamphetamine would give me the most similar effects.

Seeing how it was such a positive effect, I was nervous to try something completely different.

I'll just have to set reminders to re-up my dose throughout my day.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

Worldwide? That's crazy. I had to switch to generic Ritalin for a while but I'm able to get generic XR Adderall again as of a month ago.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

No issue getting my ritalin.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I've had luck at big box store pharmacies (Kroger, Albertsons/Safeway) getting name brand Vyvanse, generic Vyvanse, and generic Adderall without issue here in the PNW. But, yes, some places like Walgreens or CVS seem to struggle.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

No issues with atomoxetine.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

Currently on Vyvanse, now generic, with generic Adderall as midday booster. Luckily I've been okay so far, but I'm susceptible. I've tried many different medications and this combination works the best without ruining my personality. I'm not sure what's going on with the shortages, but I really hope that shit gets under control. Both for my own security, and for everyone else affected or potentially affected by the shortages.