Methylphenidate for Depression User Reviews (Page 3)
Brand names: Ritalin, Concerta, Jornay PM, Ritalin LA, QuilliChew ER, Daytrana, Quillivant XR, Metadate CD, Cotempla XR-ODT, Adhansia XR, Aptensio XR, Relexxii, Methylin Methylin ER …show all brand names
Methylphenidate has an average rating of 8.8 out of 10 from a total of 64 reviews for the treatment of Depression. 91% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 6% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Methylphenidate
- ColdW...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- March 3, 2022
"I have ADHD and have been on methylphenidate for over 10 years. I can say (IMO) taking stimulants like methylphenidate mono-therapy can help in the beginning but tolerance and addiction can be a problem. Also, having to up the dose frequently will not help you feel good. I know some people have depression from their adhd/add so a stimulant may help but IMO stimulants like methylphenidate should be used as antidepressant add-ons in lower dosages to augment antidepressant response. AD+stimulant may be helpful and I've seen it used before but stimulant mono-therapy is risky IMO when we are referring to depression treatment. Once again just my opinion"
- Rital...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- March 10, 2022
"My doctor told a story while prescribing this medicine for me. Concerta is like having a picnic. Ritalin is like a crazy rock party. I have used many SSRI group drugs for the treatment of depression for many years. These are Lustral, prozac and others. However, I think I didn't get exactly what I wanted. After I started using Ritalin (sometimes I take it. Usually a few days apart.) everything became more colorful for me. I look around, I feel the urge to work or study, I take risks and I feel good. Sometimes my neck and arms hurt. But I'm not sure if it's because of the ritalin. I enjoy touching it, my sofa, my jacket, my bag. Touching is more pleasant for me. In many ways, it's a miracle for me."
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- Tess
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 9, 2022
"I have suffered from severe depression and anxiety I feel my entire existence. This medication has saved me and I have been put on every antidepressant under the sun (specifically around 14 medications over the last 12 years). I have also been in therapy for over 7 years. This was my last resort. I am currently on methylphenidate SR which has saved my life. I have been taking it for over a month and I can actually smile genuinely, dare I say laugh?! - I no longer have the 24/7 existential dread of my mortality, waking up with night terrors, panic attacks - gone. No side effects for me besides a suppressed appetite. Don’t worry, I eat plenty :) Definitely something to look into and at least talk to your doctor if nothing else has done the trick. (Side note - beware of the KVK Tech methylphenidate yellow tablets. I didn’t think to look up how many other people had severe side effects or issues like I did until I read this form. So thank you for that reassurance that I wasn’t going crazy! )"
- Anony...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- March 14, 2024
"Antidepressants helped my depressive thoughts, but I still had no motivation to leave the bed at all to the point I couldn’t keep a job or go to school. Methylphenidate is the only thing that has been able to get me out of bed. Thank God for this! I take Escitalopram 10mg and Ritalin 40mg. Downsides include feeling more irritable, having more difficulty sleeping, and sometimes experiencing anxiety. However, it's controllable - taking it early in the morning can help avoid sleep issues, and having patience when feeling irritated is key. Considering what it does for me, I am willing to tolerate these side effects. I don’t feel wired; instead, I feel normal but motivated. I have not sensed any dependency either."
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- CF3
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- March 23, 2024
"I have found methylphenidate to be a key factor in my mood and in helping to lift my depression. When I don't use it, everything is much more difficult to do, and my tears come much easier for no reason at all. I think everyone should be able to use this medication when it comes to TRD."
- Getting...
- October 8, 2019
"This medication methylphenidate had a positive effect in one day! I have tried 12 antidepressants from different classes with little on no help. I hope this med continues to work"
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- Anony...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- August 23, 2016
"Been taking this for exactly 7 months. Helps a lot!! First month had side effects. Best antidepressant I've tried. I take 10mg 2x per day. Occasionally I take a day off."
- Dkitten
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 25, 2014
"I am suffering from depression and SAD + ADHD. On Concerta now, and it makes an amazing impact on my depression - I had no idea that would happen. I don't know if it's common, but I'm very pleased!"
- Anonymous
- July 14, 2009
"This medication has helped my depressive mood due to bipolar disorder. I was severely depressed without energy and suicidal, and this medication helped me get out of that dark hole I was in."
- Savah...
- May 12, 2015
"Methylphenidate has changed my life. My depression is almost nonexistent now. I have also stopped dwelling on problems. I take 54 mg methylphenidate xr, along with 225 mg effexor xr."
- Inadj...
- July 26, 2017
"I tried most of anti-depressants.None of them helped my depression over the last 16 years. Concerts 36 mg 3X day treated my depression completely. I am now leading normal life."
- Marky
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- October 18, 2020
"Energised me to get on with daily life"
- Alpra...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 25, 2020
"Ritalin isn't much different than speed, I took 2 xanax and a muscle relaxer, and I'm still wide awake from that ritalin."
- Fris
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- September 1, 2022
"I have tried concerta 18mg and 27mg and then instant release 5mg. The 18mg and 5mg are very effective at treating ADHD (inattentive ) symptoms but also effective with my anxiety and depression"
- Lady
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 22, 2021
"I used to have severe mood swings and trouble with my motivation. At 18 years of age, I feel like I can finally motivate myself and be unstoppable in whatever I pursue. Thank you."
- Bill
- Taken for 10 years or more
- April 30, 2022
"Been taking it for over 13 years and the only benefit I’ve derived from it is being able to stay awake at work."
- dbg
- Taken for 10 years or more
- January 18, 2024
"Only thing that stops my depression. Fortunately I'm ADHD diagnosed, so I have a prescription for it. Nothing for me in the area of side effects."
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"I am in love with this drug for treatment-resistant depression. It definitely gives my antidepressants a lift without causing weight gain. I’ve tried almost everything, even ECT, but Methylphenidate in combination with my two antidepressants works wonders from the first dose."