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Did Adderall give anyone else a headache? (lemmy.world)

submitted 4 weeks ago* (last edited 4 weeks ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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So I finally got diagnosed with ADHD (apparently I actually bombed the MOXO if you saw my previous post). I started 10mg IR adderall on Tuesday. Firstly it has been life changing so far but if I start writing about that this will become a novel.

The main thing I'm wondering about is that I have also noticed that about 1 hour after I take a pill I get a bit of a headache and my upper back and shoulders ache. It isn't bad, it's just enough to be annoying. I've been paying special attention to make sure I'm still eating, sleeping, and drinking enough so I know the achiness isn't linked to any of that. Did anyone else get this sideeffect, does it eventually go away, and if so how long did it take for you?

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Most stimulants cause jaw grinding as a side effect. I know it sounds like a strange suggestion but botox can be a way to prevent it if it isn't stopping.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Hmm, that's one I'll keep an eye out for. I haven't noticed noticed it but I guess I wouldn't be doing it if I did. I immagine chewing gum might help if that is the case.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 weeks ago

Gum is tricky, if it's cause you are clenching the gum is gonna make it worse. You'll just be using your jaw more, creating the tension that makes those headaches.

I would seriously do body checks while you are working. Every little bit when you catch yourself coming out of a tight focus. Are you carrying a lot of tightness in your shoulders? Are you clenching? Take a few seconds to shake out and relax. I would come out of a session of deep work tight as a drum.

I had the same problem with Adderall, I found the non stimulant medications to work a lot better for me.