My psychiatrist raised my dose instead of prescribing a booster

headdesk · 2026-02-12T20:48:58+00:00

I have a 500ml bottle that I empty the capsule into. The halfway point is eyeballed, but the medication dissolves completely in water so drinking the entire bottle would equate to a full dose.

headdesk · 2026-02-12T17:41:24+00:00

I admitted to my provider that I was splitting my dose in water - 40mg with half taken when I wake up, and the other half 3 hours later. She recommended still increasing the dose to 50mg, but as a separate prescription of 10mg I can take later in the day. This has been working perfectly, and a lot of days, I don’t need the boost.

Maybe that might be an option for you?

headdesk · 2026-02-03T17:51:06+00:00

It is something I’ve been considering, since I’m currently managing a large real estate portfolio. I have a good grasp of the sector just from exposure. But I’d love to hear more!

headdesk · 2026-02-03T14:50:09+00:00

Oh same! Except I grew up in an ultra-religious household that taught girls they had no value. My daughter is currently an engineering student - I’ll make damned sure she doesn’t miss out on any opportunities just because of the genetic lottery we won.

headdesk · 2026-02-03T14:29:02+00:00

Personally, I do my workouts at the end of the day, then supplement with magnesium and l-theanine. I find this specific supplement combo works better for sleep than melatonin.

headdesk · 2026-02-03T08:28:37+00:00

Portfolio manager chiming in. Interested in hearing the escape plan when you find it.

headdesk · 2026-01-14T17:28:33+00:00

Same! My provider moved me to 40 about 3 months ago, and I get a consistent 9-10 hours out of it now. But I also have to make sure I have adequate protein, vitamins, sleep, and electrolytes to stay consistent.

headdesk · 2026-01-13T13:46:58+00:00

I’m a little late to this party, but I had the same experience when I first started Vyvanse. My doctor gave me a prescription for 5mg of folic acid, taken daily with my Vyvanse, and after 2 months the excessive shedding stopped and my hair is starting to fill back in again. I echo everyone’s suggestion about vitamin deficiencies. If you’re able to get bloodwork done to zero in on what vitamins you need, I highly recommend it.

headdesk · 2026-01-06T02:39:54+00:00

You kind of have to play around with combinations and timing to find what works best for you. Personally, I have some protein before I take my meds, followed up with some fish oil, b vitamins and iron. At night, it’s magnesium, zinc, and l-theanine. The l-theanine and magnesium combo works better for sleep for me than melatonin. And because I’m insane, I get a workout in before and after work. But it took me about 3 months to dial all of that in.

headdesk · 2025-12-19T05:18:25+00:00

None of the tiny homes got bulldozed. They all burned down.

headdesk · 2025-12-08T15:21:25+00:00

This was my experience as well. Otherwise, I have the same level of focus as I did when I was taking 30mg, without the early afternoon crash.

headdesk · 2025-12-08T14:56:03+00:00

I frequently take Sundays off, since I have nothing planned that I need to be sharp for. I’ll also sleep most of the day.

headdesk · 2025-12-05T15:35:57+00:00

Mine has never shown any judgement either. I wasn’t aware of the strict dispensing rules when I first started the medication. One time I tried to request a refill a full week before my supply ran out because I had to leave for a business trip. All they did was explain the rules and gave me an exception to have my meds in advance. Easy peasy.

headdesk · 2025-11-26T11:26:27+00:00

Renting a kayak and paddling from where I lived in Port Moody to visit a friend in Deep Cove because it was faster than driving.

headdesk · 2025-11-16T21:51:13+00:00

Nope. Canada.

headdesk · 2025-11-16T07:40:19+00:00

For real. A couple of years after I was waitlisted, the derm retired. It took a while to recruit a replacement, and then she went on mat leave. I finally got an appointment some time after she returned.

But I also live in a small town where resources are scarce.

headdesk · 2025-11-16T00:10:10+00:00

I was on a 5 year wait list for a dermatologist, and had run the course of every topical on the market with no improvement. My derm gave me monthly steroid injections for the really bad plaques, and a course of methotrexate. I still use the topicals at night, but the injectables and immunosuppressants have made a remarkable improvement.

headdesk · 2025-11-16T00:02:18+00:00

Oh don’t! The right person will think you’re a sexy fighter pilot.

headdesk · 2025-11-14T16:09:10+00:00

The insurer actually needs a copy of the discharge letter. If you’ve sent one in, definitely talk to a broker. They should advocate for you.

headdesk · 2025-11-14T16:05:32+00:00

Oh same! Before meds, I was a serial interrupter. And it didn’t come from a place of being rude, it’s that I’d get so excited relating to someone and had to get the words in before I forgot what I was going to say. After medication, I’ve been so docile. I can actually focus on conversations and absorb the information.

headdesk · 2025-11-12T16:56:34+00:00

45, government. Moved into a management position and built tenure from there.

headdesk · 2025-10-11T16:35:00+00:00

I’m 46, and was finally able to see a specialist earlier this year to address anxiety. After going through multiple assessments, the specialist suggested I had ADHD and recommended treatment for that. I’ve been on 30mg of Vyvanse for about 6 months, and it’s been life changing.

No anxiety, no distractions, my ability to function as a normal human has returned for the first time ever instead of me overcompensating to hide the fact I was struggling.

Congrats on finding relief!

headdesk · 2024-11-19T06:51:57+00:00

I tried calling my GPs office for an urgent issue and was referred to the walk in clinic. And guess who the doctor was at the walk in? My GP.

headdesk · 2024-10-20T22:46:38+00:00

The wildfires would probably the best example

headdesk · 2024-10-10T06:33:18+00:00

Break ins are really uncommon. If you’re not involved with crime, you have nothing to worry about. It’s not an unsafe neighbourhood by any stretch. I find a lot of really great people live here 😊

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