Yes, though the action is comparatively weak, especially once tolerance builds.
But I remember when I first tried amphetamines it often felt very similar to taking MDMA (or other serotonin releasers).
Pupils the size of saucers, goosebumps from music and sensory experiences, etc.
Oh, I still get this. I've been taking my dexedrine for 2 months and it's still working really well. I hope the tolerance won't get too bad; I've been taking magnesium supplements to try to reduce tolerance buildup, but my doctor said to stop taking them for a week before a blood draw.
2 months is still very very early in the tolerance cycle. Here is how to keep tolerence low :
- NEVER increase dosage. This means you should also never take an extra dose or extra portion of a dose to power through a long night/day
- Take tolerance breaks when you, such as weekends etc. If you are a student, quit entirely over the summer if possible.
- Don't take it with other stimulants like coffee or psuedophedrine, nicotine
- Maintain healthy relationships with other dopamine-inducing activities such as sex, video games, food, etc.
- Get good sleep. 8 square hours a night, every night.
- Excercise.
Oh also don't switch up the ROA - stick to oral. don't sniff it or boof it.
I would also encourage you to be honest with yourself - do you need it? Could you make lifestyle changes that resolve the issues that you are currently using dexedrine to resolve? if so, go that route. Amphetamines are very hard on your mind and your body. You will notice that you are a different person in a year.
This is coming from someone who has been around the block with amphetamines. Trust me, it can get really, really fucking dark if you let it. I don't think it has to be that way, but you really need to be honest with yourself about your ability to handle it.
> 2 months is still very very early in the tolerance cycle.
Whoof, I heard it can start as soon as a couple weeks if you take it daily.
I'm taking magnesium supplements to try to help with tolerance. People say it can help, and it doesn't seem to be hurting anything. My most recent blood test says my magnesium levels are still normal which hopefully means it's working.
> NEVER increase dosage
Aware~ My daily dose is already 30mg/day (XR, so basically 2*15mg), which is... way higher than it normally has any right to be, but that's where my tolerance started, even before I had ever taken anything. It definitely doesn't need to get any higher.
> Take tolerance breaks when you, such as weekends etc
Not sure if I can manage this. Having days where I can't do anything is just... the entire problem, the entire reason I needed these meds in the first place.
Sure being in a coma for 15 hours passes some of the time, but it's nearly impossible to properly feed myself or drink water in that state. I instantly become unable to do anything but sleep.
(I have experience because I've gone about a week without my meds already, because of weird prescription issues. One of my issues with ADHD was that I wouldn't eat when I was hungry; stimulant withdrawals amplify that so much that I will lay in bed for hours crying because I'm hungry but can't get food. Then I will fall asleep without eating.
Dependence on the substance does not scare me, I'm already aware that I do. I know that depending on it makes my life way, way better than it was before I had ever touched it. Even if it means I need the meds for it to stay that way, as long as I have the meds, there are almost no downsides.)
> Don't take it with other stimulants like coffee or psuedophedrine, nicotine
Yeah absolutely not. I hate caffeine and nicotine, and don't plan on taking any other stimulants either.
> Maintain healthy relationships with other dopamine-inducing activities such as sex, video games, food, etc.
Trying my best~
> Get good sleep. 8 square hours a night, every night.
Also trying my best. I end up having to go to sleep pretty early to be able to get 8 hours of sleep before I wake up at 4am to take my meds. And it's really hard to remember to sleep that early (actually sleeping is no issue, though). But I am getting the hang of it. I have made sure to pay attention to my sleep! Usually I get 6–7 hours at least. Sometimes if I don't, I'll take a quick nap after my meds.
> Oh also don't switch up the ROA - stick to oral. don't sniff it or boof it.
Yeah definitely not going to do any of those. Those are bleh. Junkie stuff. Besides I much prefer the extended release, it's so smooth.
> Could you make lifestyle changes that resolve the issues that you are currently using dexedrine to resolve? Amphetamines are very hard on your mind and your body. You will notice that you are a different person in a year.
That's actually what I am counting on...
For example, I've already gotten rid of some OCD. I drink water instead of soda now. I have a consistent sleep schedule. I can shower when I get dirty. Every single one of those I could not do without dexedrine. It's a total life changer, and I know it is, and that's why I use it. I can't just change my lifestyle. I've been trying to change my lifestyle for over a decade. That's the reason I decided that I need medication or else I won't be able to fix any of the problems that have plagued me my whole life.
> This is coming from someone who has been around the block with amphetamines. Trust me, it can get really, really fucking dark if you let it. I don't think it has to be that way, but you really need to be honest with yourself about your ability to handle it.
I've been honest and as careful as possible, I promise. I know all about addiction and substance abuse and all the problems that can cause. Thankfully this isn't meth, but it's still an amphetamine so it has a lot of the same risks.
I already joined several harm reduction communities when I first got these meds, to make sure that I'm being as responsible as possible with my meds. Maybe I can't take tolerance breaks but I can do things like take magnesium and make sure I'm getting enough sleep and food and water.
