Comments | adults_add: Relief! Sweet, relief!!

leirda in adults_add

Relief! Sweet, relief!!

Nov 23, 2009 19:52

I have'nt yet be diagnosed with AD/HD but I am sure I have it, and this theory get's even more concrete every time someone posts to this wonderful community (I read the post and go, "THAT'S SO ME ( Read more... )

financial concerns, getting diagnosed

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rell121 November 24 2009, 05:08:06 UTC

Lots of stimulants come in generics, and if you can't afford a psychiatrist, a GP is allowed to write the prescriptions.

reginaterrae November 24 2009, 15:01:05 UTC

I just got a month's supply of Ritalin for $14 at Target. Adderall XR (extended-release) would have been probably 20x that. So when you do talk to someone about meds, remind them you're uninsured so they will try all the cheaper options first.

flow_her November 24 2009, 15:17:30 UTC

I also keep using short acting ritalin for that reason, the XR medications are usually much more expensive.

fencert November 24 2009, 15:35:42 UTC

All I can say is that Ritalin turned my life around and I wish that I had had my diagnosis and my prescription looong ago.

namazu November 25 2009, 16:00:51 UTC

A lot of the major drug companies have prescription assistance programs. If you qualify (being uninsured, perhaps with some income restrictions), these can help you get free or reduced-cost medications. If you end up with an ADHD diagnosis (or some other dx) and decide to try medication, look into these programs with the manufacturer of the name-brand drug.

Good luck with the evaluation process, and I hope you find much success!