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Post by Gina2005 on Mar 3, 2005 12:01:39 GMT -5
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Post by Linda on Mar 3, 2005 13:46:34 GMT -5
I am so happy it is working for your son. What dose is he on?
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Post by Gina2005 on Mar 3, 2005 14:36:50 GMT -5
He is on concerta 27mg.I have to go talk to his teacher tommorow to see how he was at school today,but I have already noticed a big difference so Im feeling optimistic.He hasnt raised his voice once today and only that is a BIG thing all by its self  Im going back to the doctor in a couple of weeks time to see if we have to stay with this dosage and to see if he is having any of the side effects..with any luck we have got it right the first time. |
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Post by mothercat on Mar 3, 2005 14:48:07 GMT -5
Always keep in mind that his behavior will level off after a few weeks..the angel period is a wonderful time and hopefully he wont need an adjustment but if they have to it is perfectly normal so dont worry about it and get all stressed ahead of time .I am glad to hear he is doing so well. I hope all your days go as well as today.  Jared has been on 36 mgs for quite awhile and it works well. |
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Post by Linda on Mar 3, 2005 15:03:24 GMT -5
Angel Phase....I haven't heard that before but I like it. It is so true though.Hopefully this dose will be the right one but if not...like mothercat said...don't stress it.
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Post by Gina2005 on Mar 3, 2005 15:09:17 GMT -5
I hope it goes well too,Im so happy because today has been a VERY good day I realise that they may change his dose and that he could still have bad days until the whole thing sinks in,but I wasnt expecting it to work on day 1 Im just amazed.Im so glad I can share this with you all because it really feels like Iv finaly got some where and I know you all understand me..lol.I will keep you posted!!  |
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Post by Linda on Mar 3, 2005 15:45:30 GMT -5
You have a good attitude Gina....your son will go a long way with a mom like you. |
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Post by vickilyn32 on Mar 3, 2005 15:48:54 GMT -5
I am so glad that things went well for your DS. I see great things in his future. We also were able to tell a diffrence right away with my DS, and were lucky enough to get the right med the first try. Like the others said if you need to increase the dose after a while, dont fret about it, it happens. I hope things continue to go well for you both.
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Post by finnmom on Mar 3, 2005 16:29:31 GMT -5
Gina Great new´s, i´am happy your first day has been good As been said, the great phase may settle down in a while but you´ll still see the benefit´s of this if it´s working for him. Keeping my thumps up for you!!! |
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Post by kstquilter on Mar 3, 2005 17:22:59 GMT -5
alright gina!
i'm so glad things worked out for you ds. finding the right medicne and dose can sometimes take a long time.
as the others have said, don't worry if they have to adjust his meds over time.
we also had to give dd a boost of regular 5 mg ritalin for after school homework and dance. the concerta just didn't last long enough for her to make it thru the rest of the day.
since this drug doesn't need to build up in the system, if you forget a pill on the weekend or during the summer, it's no big deal. other than behavior you aren't fond of!
some parents take their kids off during those times. i didn't have a big problem with that except that's when they hang out with their friends, when they have them. without meds, they can sometimes be a little hard for friends to take on a regular basis.
good luck and enjoy your peace and quiet!
karen
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Post by sportsmom on Mar 4, 2005 8:53:54 GMT -5
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Post by bluebird on Mar 4, 2005 14:54:05 GMT -5
 MY SON IS SITTING HERE WITH ME AND WE ARE VERY HAPPY FOR YOU! IT IS WONDERFUL TO HAVE SOME QUIET TIME WITH YOUR CHILD. I WILL PRAY THAT YOUR HAPPINESS CONTINUES AND THAT THERE ARE NO PROBLEMS.
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