Charles Bronson
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A question.
It's either that or Selegiline.
It's either that or Selegiline.
Can normal general Practioners prescribe Concerta?
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AFAIK they cannot prescribe Concerta.
Find a psychiatrist that treats ADD, your doctor can write a referral...in SA the GP can 'co-prescribe' stimulants like concerta once the phychiatrist has diagnosed you and you've been on it for x amount of time - this means you only have to visit your GP to get the script.
Find a psychiatrist that treats ADD, your doctor can write a referral...in SA the GP can 'co-prescribe' stimulants like concerta once the phychiatrist has diagnosed you and you've been on it for x amount of time - this means you only have to visit your GP to get the script.
Charles Bronson
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I was diagnosed with ADHD - retarded type back in 2005. Overdose in 2009. Psychiatrist called up government agency making it impossible for me to ever get given the meds that I need (Aropax is shit). I'm convinced that it's low dopamine levels in my brain. I've tried everything (PALANINE, TYROSINE...you name it). I guess would Selgene be appropriate for me once I wash out for 2 weeks (14 day period). What would you do?
Your not completely screwed.
I'm assuming you OD'd on scripted drugs, maybe even ADHD meds? If so, your never getting d-amp or methylphenidate (concerta).
There are SOME other options that can be effective. Strattera springs to mind. Something to discuss with your psyche I guess.
They can work with you to find an option that they're comfortable sending you home with, thats also effective. Might have to try a few options but hopefully you have success. Best march on down to your GP and get a refferal.
What would I do? In your position - listen to the health proffessionals.
p.s
Never heard of this?
I'm assuming you OD'd on scripted drugs, maybe even ADHD meds? If so, your never getting d-amp or methylphenidate (concerta).
There are SOME other options that can be effective. Strattera springs to mind. Something to discuss with your psyche I guess.
They can work with you to find an option that they're comfortable sending you home with, thats also effective. Might have to try a few options but hopefully you have success. Best march on down to your GP and get a refferal.
What would I do? In your position - listen to the health proffessionals.
p.s
Never heard of this?
Karcinogenious
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Seriously man don't feel like you need something to be normal, I used to think that way..When I was growing up, in elementary school to middle especially, teachers literally forced me to be medicated so I could stay at school...everything from ritalin, to adderol, to paxil, concerta, wellbutrin, effexor, etc..(it was for a fullblown ADHD/OCD combo kinda thing lol)...But I soon realized that I didn't like my non-apetite having, zombified, noncreative state that those meds put me in...and soon I discovered that smokin a little high grade bud in the morning and at night made me more calm, more fucused at school, less crazy and manic, and generally more pleasant too...Im not sayin smoke weed everyday, but some people find mediation, some just self control, but the way you are naturally, as far as ADD goes anyway, is something you have control over..Even though we can't control crazy ADD thoughts, one's actions are always in his control, and the best advice I can give is to say fuck meds and learn to embrace the brain you got..but its just my opinion, I know some situations are different, but if you can be brave enough to be free of those pills, you will really start to enjoy life, I have very much
Charles Bronson
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Chemicals are bad...
Rather than start my own thread, whilst we're on the subject of GP's prescribing shit....
Can a GP prescribe Duromine (Pherntermine) or Bontril (Phendimetrazine)? Or is this something a specialist needs to prescribe?
We are talking for the purpose of rapid weight loss, not as a stimulant.
(I'm in SA if it matters)
Can a GP prescribe Duromine (Pherntermine) or Bontril (Phendimetrazine)? Or is this something a specialist needs to prescribe?
We are talking for the purpose of rapid weight loss, not as a stimulant.
(I'm in SA if it matters)
Yes
General Practioners can prescribe Concerta if a patient has been prescribed the drug for a period greater than 6 months and provided the GP has a copy of all the previous prescribing and medical records and a copy of the ADHD diagnosis they generally will be able to re-initiate the medication without the prior NSW department of Health authority, I have been on the drug Concerta for 2 years prescribed and initiated by a GP with ADHD training now under a different GP that also prescribes based on the medical history, NSW Health do state it can only be prescribed with their prior written authority this is a general rule, the GP is not breaking the law as you have provided relevant up to date information and previous prescribing information.
There are some issues that can arise, some pharmacists won't dispense the medication without a CNS number or a Authority number, most of the times they do and you won't have a issue. This is rare but does arise at times, due to the general rule provided by NSW health,
You should also provide a GP information to put on their system, your prescribing history and your ADHD diagnosis as in some cases doctors are audited and in such case the GP did not apply for a Authority the GP has all the relevant information to provide as to reason prescribing the drug this as such is a authority on its own merit, provides the GP is being professional and continuing the appropriated medication for yourself.
Thank you.
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General Practioners can prescribe Concerta if a patient has been prescribed the drug for a period greater than 6 months and provided the GP has a copy of all the previous prescribing and medical records and a copy of the ADHD diagnosis they generally will be able to re-initiate the medication without the prior NSW department of Health authority, I have been on the drug Concerta for 2 years prescribed and initiated by a GP with ADHD training now under a different GP that also prescribes based on the medical history, NSW Health do state it can only be prescribed with their prior written authority this is a general rule, the GP is not breaking the law as you have provided relevant up to date information and previous prescribing information.
There are some issues that can arise, some pharmacists won't dispense the medication without a CNS number or a Authority number, most of the times they do and you won't have a issue. This is rare but does arise at times, due to the general rule provided by NSW health,
You should also provide a GP information to put on their system, your prescribing history and your ADHD diagnosis as in some cases doctors are audited and in such case the GP did not apply for a Authority the GP has all the relevant information to provide as to reason prescribing the drug this as such is a authority on its own merit, provides the GP is being professional and continuing the appropriated medication for yourself.
Thank you.
