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<blockquote data-quote="susiestar" data-source="post: 87200" data-attributes="member: 1233"><p>Debbie,</p><p></p><p>My youngest is now 7, so I don't get over here much. I am glad you found us, and hopw you will stick with us. Your avatar is great!!</p><p></p><p>I am a little surprised to see your 4 1/2 yo on strattera. I know it works well for many, it has been wonderful for both my son and brother, but I would think at 4 1/2 they would go with a more proven drug. Strattera can definitely increase violence and aggression, or so many here have found. It is also a medication you shouldn't quite "cold turkey". It affects neurotransmitters in the brain, though I couldn't tell you how, and there can be withdrawal symptoms from it.</p><p></p><p>Ritalin and Adderall are both available in generics, which is probably why your ins co wants you to try them first. BUT they have also been in use for a much longer time and a LOT more is known about them. They stay in the body for a very short time. When my son first tried medications he took ritalin. It only lasted about 3 hours or so. But he took it a little before a soccer game and EVERYONE on BOTH teams noticed the change!! It really worked for him. Of course I had the No medications lecture from the grandparents - until I took him out with my mom before he had his medications. Then gave him the ritalin with milk as we sat at brfeakfast. In about 20 mins you could see the change - and hear it in how he spoke. But we sure knew when it wore off!</p><p></p><p>Coudl you ask your doctor to try one of these shorter acting medications? They both are available in extended release versions, but most insurances don't cover those until the originals have been tried. Or that is my experience.</p><p></p><p>Your insurance company may be concerned over whetehr stratterra has been approved for pediatric use in a child as young as yours. Many medications that our kids end up taking are "off label" for them - used to treat other problems primarily or not specifically approved for their age. Of course, many of MY medications are off label also. </p><p></p><p>I hope you find help, info and support here. I am NOT a doctor or pharmacist. I have shared what I have experienced, but you need to be sure to verify things with YOUR doctor and pharmacist. </p><p></p><p>Hugs,</p><p></p><p>Susie</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="susiestar, post: 87200, member: 1233"] Debbie, My youngest is now 7, so I don't get over here much. I am glad you found us, and hopw you will stick with us. Your avatar is great!! I am a little surprised to see your 4 1/2 yo on strattera. I know it works well for many, it has been wonderful for both my son and brother, but I would think at 4 1/2 they would go with a more proven drug. Strattera can definitely increase violence and aggression, or so many here have found. It is also a medication you shouldn't quite "cold turkey". It affects neurotransmitters in the brain, though I couldn't tell you how, and there can be withdrawal symptoms from it. Ritalin and Adderall are both available in generics, which is probably why your ins co wants you to try them first. BUT they have also been in use for a much longer time and a LOT more is known about them. They stay in the body for a very short time. When my son first tried medications he took ritalin. It only lasted about 3 hours or so. But he took it a little before a soccer game and EVERYONE on BOTH teams noticed the change!! It really worked for him. Of course I had the No medications lecture from the grandparents - until I took him out with my mom before he had his medications. Then gave him the ritalin with milk as we sat at brfeakfast. In about 20 mins you could see the change - and hear it in how he spoke. But we sure knew when it wore off! Coudl you ask your doctor to try one of these shorter acting medications? They both are available in extended release versions, but most insurances don't cover those until the originals have been tried. Or that is my experience. Your insurance company may be concerned over whetehr stratterra has been approved for pediatric use in a child as young as yours. Many medications that our kids end up taking are "off label" for them - used to treat other problems primarily or not specifically approved for their age. Of course, many of MY medications are off label also. I hope you find help, info and support here. I am NOT a doctor or pharmacist. I have shared what I have experienced, but you need to be sure to verify things with YOUR doctor and pharmacist. Hugs, Susie [/QUOTE]
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