Question:
I would like information from others who are taking medication for adhd

Recently I was diagnosed with ADHD and have started taking methophenidate. The normal dosage should last 3-4 hours in people that have not had gastric bp surgery. However, my medication passes through my system (it is absorbed in the stomach lining, not intestines)and stops working within 1 to 1.5 hours. I wonder if any others are being treated for this disorder? how have you, do you, handle the medication situation? what has worked for you? what has not worked for you? (you are welcome to e-mail me directly if you would rather not post [email protected]).    — twenc (posted on January 12, 2001)

August 7, 2001
I talk a little more than I did before surgery, 60mg instead of 40mg. Although as I lost weight, 150 pound now, I went back to 40mg. Take your medicine with food and do not drink anything for at least 15 min before and 20 min after. Liquid makes everything move faster. Let me know how you make out.
   — Jennifer R.

September 11, 2003
I have A.D.H.D. as well, and I take Adderall XR, 30 mg. twice in the morning. I am now 3 days post-op from Lap Roux en Y surgery. After a lot of consultations with my doctors and pharacist, they have broken the capsules over some applesauce and I have taken my meds on schedule. You might talk to your Psychiatrist about switching to Adderall XR until after the surgery. Hope things go well for you.
   — Angelia V.

September 11, 2003
Be careful with extended release and slow release meds as they often don't have a chance to medicate you fully before being passed through. Food isn't the only thing that is malabsorbed after surgery.
   — Shelly S.

November 11, 2004
I have the same problem. I am 3 months post op and have yet to find an answer.
   — Rebecca H.