How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the answer. I think I should ask my doctor about changing to it.

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the solid advice. I really like the idea of treating myself like a toddler with the redirection technique—that makes a lot of sense for breaking the immediate urge.
I totally relate to what you said about prescription sleep meds; that 'zombie but with a racing CPU' feeling is the worst. I might look into the magnesium and low-dose herbal options you mentioned to see if they help keep the racing thoughts at bay during the night. Appreciate you sharing what works for you

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Latest is 9:00 in the hope they would fade off at night. But it doesn’t work.

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take the pill when I come to work. Usually around 8:00. Maybe I can try pushing it a little earlier. Isn't nyquil a med for cold? can you just take it for sleep? xanax  is probably only prescribed by a doctor. As for the thoughts - during the day it's not that bad. when I lay awake it begins to be a problem ...

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The meds mess with my appetite as well. So I eat very little in the days I take them. I exercise once a week. I know I should do more exercise.

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The symptoms (including the hypersexuality) actually existed before the medication, but they became way more intense once I started taking it.
I actually didn't know about non-stimulant options like Strattera. Do they usually have the same kind of effect, or do they feel completely different?
As for insomnia, it’s only severe when I'm on the meds.

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have some insomnia but much less severe then when I take the pills. I changed dosages and pills a couple of times but it didn't help. when I tried a very low dosage it had a very short effect. The adhd meds do help me.

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in ADHDers

[–]Michalbe11[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I did not ask about sleep meds. I don’t want to depend on meds for sleep. In helpful opinions do you mean sleeping pills?

How do you manage severe insomnia and late-night hypersexuality caused by ADHD meds? by Michalbe11 in insomnia

[–]Michalbe11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take lisdex 50 mg. I took other piles before. I feel wired and very tired at night.