In the past two months I've had three medication changes.
I've gone from #Adderall XR for my #ADHD to #Strattera / #Atomoxetine which has made my #insomnia worse and isn't providing as much benefit as Adderall did (but the Adderall was making me bitchy and, since I didn't take it on weekends, worthless on weekends where I'd just sleep). It also makes me extremely constipated.
I've switched from #medroxyprogesterone to just #progesterone which seemed to improve my mood but made me a bit more emotional.
Then I just switched from oral #estradiol to once weekly injections.

I feel like crap. My emotions are a garbage fire on a roller coaster, I have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep (I'm not sure if I'm getting to REM when I am asleep), I get so sleepy during the day that it effects my ability to do my job. My stomach hurts and I've gained about 10 pounds.
Also seasonal allergies so my throat hurts from all the drainage.

That's it. I just wanted to rant to Internet strangers.

I'm on vacation next week which I desperately need. We aren't traveling or doing anything special. My birthday and my wife's birthday are both next week.
We don't travel because there is still a pandemic and she's high risk.

I was put on #Strattera last week. I’m not sure how I feel about it. I feel stuck. That’s the best way I can describe it. Any feedback y’all
I know it’s not a stimulant.

Soooo... i haven't taken my #ADHDMeds today. I'm in doubt whether they do anything.
And yes they do. But i wonder whether #strattera isn't just an antidepressant. I feel the same amount of productivity (maybe even a bit more?!). But i don't have that stupid positive mindset anymore. Sure, might be outside factors, I have enough to be sad and angry about right now, but it feels quite different than the "chillax, girl" feeling i have had on atomoxetin the last two months.

Soooo... i haven't taken my #ADHDMeds today. I'm in doubt whether they do anything.
And yes they do. But i wonder whether #strattera isn't just an antidepressant. I feel the same amount of productivity (maybe even a bit more?!). But i don't have that stupid positive mindset anymore. Sure, might be outside factors, I have enough to be sad and angry about right now, but it feels quite different than the "chillax, girl" feeling i have had on atomoxetin the last two months.

Update - I went off this medication, 3 days before my doctor finally got back to me. Within 24 hours, I felt nearly 100% better. No more crying uncontrollably, no more wondering if I was going to feel terrible forever, no more despair. I realize #Strattera works great for some people, but for me it sent me to depths of depression I hadn't seen in decades. Listen to your body. Look out for yourself. Take good care out there. #AdderallShortage #ADHD

After 6 days of increasing depression-like side effects (including spontaneous uncontrollable crying episodes) on #Strattera I've decided to wait for my #Adderall as long as I have to, till the #AdderallShortage ends - because feeling unfocused and sleepy is better than feeling depressed. I've heard Strattera is great for some people, but my brain apparently was not a fan. #ADHD #IdiopathicHypersomnia

Day 3 of #strattera was okay. Still no desire to eat or drink, but I haven’t been sick again like the first day. Mood normal. Sex drive intact. Some weird chills & hot flashes periodically like my body is confused. Who knows. No noticeable improvement in focus, thinking, etc. Still early.

Day 3 of #strattera was okay. Still no desire to eat or drink, but I haven’t been sick again like the first day. Mood normal. Sex drive in tact. Some weird chills & hot flashes periodically like my body is confused. Who knows. No noticeable improvement in focus, thinking, etc. Still early.

Day 2, I’m about to try to eat as much as possible for breakfast before I take the pill to see if that might help. #adhd #strattera

I know it’s day 1 here, but I don’t feel good at all. I feel bad actually. I feel like when I was pregnant with morning sickness. And I want to cry for no reason. I think I’m sad. This is not a good start. #strattera #adhd

@holly well, I'm still waiting for insurance approval. I also had to switch doctors, so it's taking extra time.
I've also tried #Wellbutrin in the past.
Both Wellbutrin and #Adderall were the extended release variety and both severely effected my mood. They turned me into a snarky bitch prone to angry outbursts and exacerbated my #insomnia. And, while I am naturally a snarky bitch, I am generally very polite about it. I don't need a rage pill.
After I actually get to try #Strattera / #Atomoxetine for a while, I'll post an update.
I'm still on 15 mg of AdderalL XR right now which is too low of a dose to really be therapeutic for me. I've already talked to my boss about my lack of productivity until we get this sorted and he understands.

#ADHD

Trying to switch #ADHD meds sucks. I haven't been very productive for the last two weeks.
Switching from #Adderall due to the side-effects of a daily stimulant.
Trying #Strattera as soon as insurance approves it.
Anybody have any experience with #Atomoxetine / Strattera?