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What was the most surprising change you noticed after starting medication? (sh.itjust.works)

submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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For me, it’s how much better I can do things I thought I was already fine at. Like engaging in conversations, handling complex logic, or just consciously relaxing.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

What’s your dosage? I’m also quite new to it (Elvanse in Europe). The side effects are very mild for me, but I started on 10mg and upped to 20, and will only increase in 10mg steps.