******** Medication for Autistic kids: Ritalin or Vyvanse ********

[sa3ida]

Dear all

* Medication for Autistic kids: Ritalin or Vyvanse *

We are thinking of resorting to medication so that our 7 years autistic son would hopefully improve ...hd also has ADHD....However, we are still very reluctant...

has anyone had any experience or advice to share?

I know every child is different and every case is a case but we are here to share snd advice each other about our ups and downs

Please let me know.

Many thanks

[Ilovechoc12]

Depends what you get prescribed!!! How can you pick?
unfortunately it’s seems you need to try every one - whether he has bad side effects.
Also I strongly believe it depends if you believe your son is more ASD or ADHD - ASD generally carries more anxiety which isn’t great for adhd meds as lots have side effects of anxiety which can fuel them to potentially make the situation worse x

[sa3ida]

Thanks for your time and answer...

Anxiety is a big word for a 7 year old boy...

I was told that Ritalin 's maximum efficiency is 3-6 months

I know a mum who has been trying different meducations for 3 years !!

I was advised to work harder with my son teach him.life skills extra during the time where the medication is efficient...

What is worrying me is how would his performance/regression after the medication us stopped...hopefully not worse?

What is your experience please?

Thanks again for your time.