My husband has ADHD and has changed medications lately. He has been taking in the past Ritalin-SR 20 mg, once a day in the morning now changing to Concerta ER, 36mg. So, finally, the question is, would there be a way for him to take an additional dose for the evening or should he just take it a lunch.
Stimulants are the most frequently used medications for managing ADHD symptoms.
These medications are effective in decreasing impulsivity and hyperactivity, and increasing attention. Approximately 70 to 80 percent of children and adults with ADHD respond positively to medication. The regular tablets have a shorter duration of action in the body of about 3 hours, while the SR tablets have a duration of action of about 8 hours. The benefit of using the SR is that the blood levels of the medication is more steady, eliminating the peaks and drops that occur in a medication that does not last as long. This benefit helps to eliminate adverse reactions and provide greater overall relief of symptoms.