Guest guest Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 I know I'm responding late,,,,,,,but I'd stop the Strattera. The meds aren't supposed to "change" them,,,,,,,,,,,,,and this (dose) is. Glad you're talking to the do today.Let us know how it goes. Robin Mattio <Mommie2097@...> wrote: Regardless of how Strattera effects other children or adults is irrevelent. All patients respond differently to different medications. (drastically) My son took Strattera with no response what so ever. He didn't have much of a response (or improvement) until he got on Concerta. Now he's doing well behaviorally and academically.>> Looking for some feedback on Strattera:> > My son started it last week with a small dose, gradually building up to 60mg> which started yesterday. He has been on it for over a week. The last few> days he has been more unfocused on evey day life, to the point of a> zombie-like trance in some cases. Although he has issues "locking in" on the> TV sometimes, we almost had to shake his mental grip on the screen today> several times. He could not focus long enough on his dinner to the point> where it took about an hour (he usually takes 20 minutes) He has been "lost"> in his room when it comes to bed time, and has come out a few times asking> what he was supposed to do up there (pajamas buddy, you're getting pajamas> on)> > I was wondering of anyone had experience with this drug, and if this is a> bad side affect, negative reaction, or is just part of the process by which> his brain is getting acclimated to the drug. We are calling the Dr. tomorrow> (he is a great doctor, very impressed, good feedback and referrals, and from> an autism-specific wing of a Childrens hospital). I'm thinking of pulling> him off it tomorrow since his focus and "staying on task" is going> dramatically backwards. I'm concerned that it's a step backwards.> > Any similar experiences?> > -MS in NJ> __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 I agree; it is weird; all meds are soooo different but it seems like Strattera is one that you either hear as working great or not at all (kind of like our kiddos---black / white vs all / nothing----interesting----just a side note!!!)......anyway, you always have to do the right thing for your child, and if it is not working, move on, as it is supposed to HELP rather than hurt!! And, on a side-note, my husband just commented about how different our son is off Focalin vs. on Focalin; he is jumping all over the place, being horrible really (rude, won't listen) and goes from that to sitting at his desk, writing, reading a book, drawing-----so, while I agree with Robin they are not to 'change' you, meds can be amazing; we go from 'can't live with him' to 'can't live without him'---about that drastic of a change of us. And, since you are looking at Strattera (I would assume for ADHD symptoms), Focalin is another option; we LOVE it for our six year old; you can dump it in to food (the only one that we are aware of for ADHD that you CAN do that----our son won't swallow the pill). And, it works great for him; everything is not for everyone but another IDEA. Ruthie Re: ( ) Re: Strattera I know I'm responding late,,,,,,,but I'd stop the Strattera. The meds aren't supposed to "change" them,,,,,,,,,,,,,and this (dose) is. Glad you're talking to the do today.Let us know how it goes. Robin Mattio <Mommie2097aol> wrote: Regardless of how Strattera effects other children or adults is irrevelent. All patients respond differently to different medications. (drastically) My son took Strattera with no response what so ever. He didn't have much of a response (or improvement) until he got on Concerta. Now he's doing well behaviorally and academically.>> Looking for some feedback on Strattera:> > My son started it last week with a small dose, gradually building up to 60mg> which started yesterday. He has been on it for over a week. The last few> days he has been more unfocused on evey day life, to the point of a> zombie-like trance in some cases. Although he has issues "locking in" on the> TV sometimes, we almost had to shake his mental grip on the screen today> several times. He could not focus long enough on his dinner to the point> where it took about an hour (he usually takes 20 minutes) He has been "lost"> in his room when it comes to bed time, and has come out a few times asking> what he was supposed to do up there (pajamas buddy, you're getting pajamas> on)> > I was wondering of anyone had experience with this drug, and if this is a> bad side affect, negative reaction, or is just part of the process by which> his brain is getting acclimated to the drug. We are calling the Dr. tomorrow> (he is a great doctor, very impressed, good feedback and referrals, and from> an autism-specific wing of a Childrens hospital). I'm thinking of pulling> him off it tomorrow since his focus and "staying on task" is going> dramatically backwards. I'm concerned that it's a step backwards.> > Any similar experiences?> > -MS in NJ> __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 Oh my gosh, in re-reading this, you need to get him off the med NOW IN MY OPINION-----!!!!! He is over medicated and / or, if on other meds, it is now, at the new dosage, interacting. This is what my son did, then started blacking out, and we are lucky at teacher told us, as he was lost for two weeks in the school building and no one knew it (until a teacher told us he is never in class!!!)----he was there, but 'gone'----that is a problem, dear, so he needs tappered off (through however the doctor says but off of it or the other med he is on).......been there, done that. Ruthie ( ) Strattera Looking for some feedback on Strattera: My son started it last week with a small dose, gradually building up to 60mg which started yesterday. He has been on it for over a week. The last few days he has been more unfocused on evey day life, to the point of a zombie-like trance in some cases. Although he has issues "locking in" on the TV sometimes, we almost had to shake his mental grip on the screen today several times. He could not focus long enough on his dinner to the point where it took about an hour (he usually takes 20 minutes) He has been "lost" in his room when it comes to bed time, and has come out a few times asking what he was supposed to do up there (pajamas buddy, you're getting pajamas on) I was wondering of anyone had experience with this drug, and if this is a bad side affect, negative reaction, or is just part of the process by which his brain is getting acclimated to the drug. We are calling the Dr. tomorrow (he is a great doctor, very impressed, good feedback and referrals, and from an autism-specific wing of a Childrens hospital). I'm thinking of pulling him off it tomorrow since his focus and "staying on task" is going dramatically backwards. I'm concerned that it's a step backwards. Any similar experiences? -MS in NJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 My son had a drastic response.. He had extreme panic attacks Yes.. What works for some may not work for others. Discuss your concerns with your doctor Take some mental health days off.. School.. While he is adjusting. Make sure everything else Is as routine as possible. But.. Discuss these issues with your doctor Hon. The symptoms may go away Or an adjustment may be necessary. -- ( ) Strattera Looking for some feedback on Strattera: My son started it last week with a small dose, gradually building up to 60mg which started yesterday. He has been on it for over a week. The last few days he has been more unfocused on evey day life, to the point of a zombie-like trance in some cases. Although he has issues "locking in" on the TV sometimes, we almost had to shake his mental grip on the screen today several times. He could not focus long enough on his dinner to the point where it took about an hour (he usually takes 20 minutes) He has been "lost" in his room when it comes to bed time, and has come out a few times asking what he was supposed to do up there (pajamas buddy, you're getting pajamas on) I was wondering of anyone had experience with this drug, and if this is a bad side affect, negative reaction, or is just part of the process by which his brain is getting acclimated to the drug. We are calling the Dr. tomorrow (he is a great doctor, very impressed, good feedback and referrals, and from an autism-specific wing of a Childrens hospital). I'm thinking of pulling him off it tomorrow since his focus and "staying on task" is going dramatically backwards. I'm concerned that it's a step backwards. Any similar experiences? -MS in NJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 Please forgive me if i sound like a broken record, JMO, take your son off. My oldest was on it for 2 months, he said it was the WORSE med he was on for his ADHD. (he is not an aspie)He was 12 at the time. He said it made him high. he did not like they way he felt. HE begged me that he would control himself better if I agree to take him off. If that drug is changing him that much, he need to be off. Also JMO, have your son to get an Nero consult right away. whit that dose, there is no way you know how it has affected his brain. Lynn > > Looking for some feedback on Strattera: > > My son started it last week with a small dose, gradually building up to 60mg > which started yesterday. He has been on it for over a week. The last few > days he has been more unfocused on evey day life, to the point of a > zombie-like trance in some cases. Although he has issues " locking in " on the > TV sometimes, we almost had to shake his mental grip on the screen today > several times. He could not focus long enough on his dinner to the point > where it took about an hour (he usually takes 20 minutes) He has been " lost " > in his room when it comes to bed time, and has come out a few times asking > what he was supposed to do up there (pajamas buddy, you're getting pajamas > on) > > I was wondering of anyone had experience with this drug, and if this is a > bad side affect, negative reaction, or is just part of the process by which > his brain is getting acclimated to the drug. We are calling the Dr. tomorrow > (he is a great doctor, very impressed, good feedback and referrals, and from > an autism-specific wing of a Childrens hospital). I'm thinking of pulling > him off it tomorrow since his focus and " staying on task " is going > dramatically backwards. I'm concerned that it's a step backwards. > > Any similar experiences? > > -MS in NJ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 I wonder did they have you build up the dosage too fast? Was he better the first couple days on it? If so, you might want to back down on it (since he's just began it, shouldn't be a problem) and take up the dosage each week/10days by maybe 5mg (cut pills?). Some people do better on less dosage, some more.... I wouldn't rule it out yet it a lower dosage seems to help him focus. No actual experience with Strattera, just thinking of medication in general. Just seems they upped it really fast so his body is feeling its effects more. single mom, 3 sons , 18, with OCD, dysgraphia and Aspergers/mild > > Looking for some feedback on Strattera: > > My son started it last week with a small dose, gradually building up to 60mg > which started yesterday. He has been on it for over a week. The last few Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 Hello, I would like to add my 2 cents, my son was on STRATERRA and he was like a zombie.. I felt so bad, he lost 25 pounds in 1 month. I was told to let him get used to it and he would be fine. I'm a nurse and I know this is unusual for a child to loose so much weight in such a short time. I took him off and changed doctors. I think if any child shows a dramatic change in eating, or behavior they shouldn't be on that medication. I was new to the city, so I went through the phone book and found someone else to care for my son all his lab work was off too, low blood count,high leucocytes...and so on. I attribute it to STRATERRA. I would never allow him to be put on that med. again... Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 My husband has ADHD, and tried Strattera. He hated it! He said it made him feel awful physically. The best thing for him was Ritalin, but it gave him awful headaches when it started to wear off, and he was a huge grouch while he was on it. A productive grouch, but just a real bear to live with. He liked it though. He has also tried Welbutrin for ADD..it worked well for awhile, but he had some side effects he didnt care for, but it did help him focus at work.... Right now he is taking Concerta I think, and is starting a new job Monday so I will let ayll know how that goes....my dd also has ADD and has been on meds a total of two weeks out of her 15yrs....adderal is what we tried it was awful, she cried the whole time and said her stomach hurt. I took her off of it and homeschooled her for 6 years. We still deal with some ADD stuff with her but she is really much better than she used to be, she has learned to adjust her life to get things done....my son, 6, who has Aspergers, has no ADHD symptoms thus far. His distractablity comes from not being able to let go of a topic or thought when everyone else is moving on. Were working on that one. sloooowwwlly. kate --- Lynn <lynnn30@...> wrote: > Please forgive me if i sound like a broken record, > JMO, take your > son off. My oldest was on it for 2 months, he said > it was the WORSE > med he was on for his ADHD. (he is not an aspie)He > was 12 at the > time. He said it made him high. he did not like they > way he felt. HE > begged me that he would control himself better if I > agree to take > him off. > If that drug is changing him that much, he need to > be off. Also JMO, > have your son to get an Nero consult right away. > whit that dose, > there is no way you know how it has affected his > brain. > Lynn > > > > > > > Looking for some feedback on Strattera: > > > > My son started it last week with a small dose, > gradually building > up to 60mg > > which started yesterday. He has been on it for > over a week. The > last few > > days he has been more unfocused on evey day life, > to the point of a > > zombie-like trance in some cases. Although he has > issues " locking > in " on the > > TV sometimes, we almost had to shake his mental > grip on the screen > today > > several times. He could not focus long enough on > his dinner to the > point > > where it took about an hour (he usually takes 20 > minutes) He has > been " lost " > > in his room when it comes to bed time, and has > come out a few > times asking > > what he was supposed to do up there (pajamas > buddy, you're getting > pajamas > > on) > > > > I was wondering of anyone had experience with this > drug, and if > this is a > > bad side affect, negative reaction, or is just > part of the process > by which > > his brain is getting acclimated to the drug. We > are calling the > Dr. tomorrow > > (he is a great doctor, very impressed, good > feedback and > referrals, and from > > an autism-specific wing of a Childrens hospital). > I'm thinking of > pulling > > him off it tomorrow since his focus and " staying > on task " is going > > dramatically backwards. I'm concerned that it's a > step backwards. > > > > Any similar experiences? > > > > -MS in NJ > > > > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 Well, I will say that my son in now on Addareal 40 mg. this is very working very nicely. The MD did start him on 20 mg and just increased it this year you can tell when he's on his med, he is in control and doing well at school. Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 Please update us on how your child is doing now too !! ( to the original poster!) Sounds like Most of us have had issues with this medication. Probably not the best stuff For a child with autism. -- ( ) Re: Strattera Hello, I would like to add my 2 cents, my son was on STRATERRA and he was like a zombie.. I felt so bad, he lost 25 pounds in 1 month. I was told to let him get used to it and he would be fine. I'm a nurse and I know this is unusual for a child to loose so much weight in such a short time. I took him off and changed doctors. I think if any child shows a dramatic change in eating, or behavior they shouldn't be on that medication. I was new to the city, so I went through the phone book and foun d someone else to care for my son all his lab work was off too, low blood count,high leucocytes...and so on. I attribute it to STRATERRA. I would never allow him to be put on that med. again... Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 10, 2010 Report Share Posted July 10, 2010 My son was hyper, aggressive and manic on Strattera. He stayed up all night long drawing obsessively. It was a nightmare. > > My son was on strattera and did very well until he started getting very > vicious and mean. We have him on a small dose of zoloft but he is really not > 'with it'. He is very unengaged and scattered. We do not have tenex here in > Canada. He used be on Clonidine but that just made him dozey. Any reasons > why the strattera made him angry and mean? > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 2010 Report Share Posted July 17, 2010 We are now using Cipralex 5mg and he is very aware and interactive. From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of S Sent: July-11-10 1:38 AM Subject: Re: Strattera My son was hyper, aggressive and manic on Strattera. He stayed up all night long drawing obsessively. It was a nightmare. > > My son was on strattera and did very well until he started getting very > vicious and mean. We have him on a small dose of zoloft but he is really not > 'with it'. He is very unengaged and scattered. We do not have tenex here in > Canada. He used be on Clonidine but that just made him dozey. Any reasons > why the strattera made him angry and mean? > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 19, 2010 Report Share Posted July 19, 2010 Likewise with my son. But I've heard other kids do well and parents were so happy... ________________________________ From: S <iferstevens@...> Sent: Sat, July 10, 2010 11:38:05 PM Subject: Re: Strattera  My son was hyper, aggressive and manic on Strattera. He stayed up all night long drawing obsessively. It was a nightmare. > > My son was on strattera and did very well until he started getting very > vicious and mean. We have him on a small dose of zoloft but he is really not > 'with it'. He is very unengaged and scattered. We do not have tenex here in > Canada. He used be on Clonidine but that just made him dozey. Any reasons > why the strattera made him angry and mean? > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 21, 2010 Report Share Posted July 21, 2010 Does Strattera count as an SSRI on the protocol? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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