I have been on every ADHD medication before finally finding my best success with Vyvanse. In addition to ADHD, I have been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety, Insomnia, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I discovered that if I skip my Vyvanse, but take my Cymbalta, not only do I not have much energy, but I ache terribly from the Fibromyalgia. Despite trying every sleep medication on the market, I still sleep only 6 hours, maximum. Was taking 20 mg. of Ambien and sleeping 8 hours, but my pharmacy plan refused to continue to fill the prescription. It seems I am extremely hard to sedate, but very easy to stimulate. Currently taking Trazadone 100mg, every night. I tried upping the dose, but lost control of my bladder due to a dream. The best sleep I ever had was when I was on 2 mg Xanax, nightly, but I got addicted without my being aware, missed a dose on an out of town trip, and had a classic drug withdrawal reaction almost exactly 36 hours later. I decided I didn't want to have that happen again and after switching doctors, it took an entire year to wean myself off of this highly addictive drug. I believe it also ruined my short term memory, possibly for the rest of my life. I warn you not to take this drug except for panic disorder- family member took it with great results. Still wish I could be more organized ( I am almost a cleanliness fanatic, but very messy and disorganized) and have better impulse control with spending- I do pay all my bills on time-sleep through the night, but I am so much better with my other issues, since my psychiatrist actually talks with me almost an hour each appt. I now see him only every other month at the most. Initially I saw him whenever I could get an appointment. I did not do well with just meds. and little conversation. Wonder how many others out there have similar health issues and any suggestions as to how to improve my daily life even more? I am 58 years old, don't work outside the home, but am an encourager for many friends.
Thank you for sharing your story with us. It sounds as if you have been through quite a lot. YOu deserve so much credit for fighting the different disorders/conditions. I hope that you continue to do well on Vyvanse.
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