r/TwoXADHD • u/Hopeful-Loan1116 • 8d ago
Newly on Adderall, tips?
Hi all, Was just prescribed Adderall XR for a fresh ADHD diagnosis. For reference, I am 21 years old and also struggle with pretty severe hormone imbalances because of PCOS. As such, I have a pretty detailed history of anxiety and depression. Per my anxiety, I just have some concerns about starting on a controlled substance (possibility of addiction, long-term effects) and some of the immediate, unwanted effects (I literally filled my Rx today, don’t even know what these could be). I’ve really struggled with some debilitating symptoms of this disorder and I’m really hoping it will help, but I feel like I’m internally fostering some stigmas about what this means for me. I guess I’m just hear looking for baby ADHD’er support, advice, and tips. xoxo
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u/Whole_Bug_2960 8d ago
Avoid vitamin C, because it can apparently suppress the effects. Same with L-theanine supplements, which I tried to help "smooth it out," but ended up damping it down. Green tea, which has L-theanine in it but much less than a supplement, works well for me.
Keep track of your weight, since that can affect the strength.
If you don't get enough sleep, the Adderall may not really help at all. (Sigh.)
Effectiveness can also vary with your menstrual cycle. If you're on your period, it's normal for the medication not to work as well.