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    Default Are add meds bad during pre contest? Amphetamines?

    I was diagnosed with a severe case of ADD, i am a college student and always struggled to make good grades and had to work 10 times harder than other students to even pass a class...... are add meds bad for you during pre contest prep??? i still get down all my meals every day, i am on conserta and its suppose to raise your heart rate which can lead to fat burn in a way

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    If you are on those medications for a legitimate clinical reason would you stop them to prep for a show? doesnt seem like a reasonable thing to do.

    Take your prescriptions as prescribed.

    If anything be cautious of using other stimulants in conjunction with your medication (ie ephedra or excessive caffiene), as this combination would raise your heart rate in a detrimental fashion.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dee View Post
    If you are on those medications for a legitimate clinical reason would you stop them to prep for a show? doesnt seem like a reasonable thing to do.

    Take your prescriptions as prescribed.

    If anything be cautious of using other stimulants in conjunction with your medication (ie ephedra or excessive caffiene), as this combination would raise your heart rate in a detrimental fashion.
    well i would stop them for a show... i have given up lots of the things i do usually for my contest prep, so thats y i was wondering if it would have neg side effects in terms of contest preps. thanks for the advise bro

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    Although the decision is ultimately yours, i wouldnt consider stopping prescription meds for show prep...I know we all sacrifice things to get in better shape, especially contest prep.....but i dont think prescription meds are one of those things....

    Although this isnt blood pressure medication or any time of medicine that withdrawl would put you in physiological harm, but you said yourself you have trouble with school and what not, coming off your meds would effect your studies and other cognitive areas, no? Just something to consider....All the best with your show prep.

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    As Dee said I wouldnt stop your meds. At best maybe speak to a Dr in holistic medicine to see if there is an alternatives. But really I wouldnt even think of it....my last show I was on antibiotics for my whole prep due to a skin disorder and it didnt affect anything. Not the same I know but just keep training, dieting and stay focused!

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    Quote Originally Posted by jassa1989 View Post
    I was diagnosed with a severe case of ADD, i am a college student and always struggled to make good grades and had to work 10 times harder than other students to even pass a class...... are add meds bad for you during pre contest prep??? i still get down all my meals every day, i am on conserta and its suppose to raise your heart rate which can lead to fat burn in a way
    Although I'm not familiar with the ADD drug Concerta I don't think it will be a problem in the dosage the doctor prescribed.... in fact it may help curb your appetite while dieting. If you abuse it to get buzzed out of your brain it'll probably chew up some muscle though.

    I'd be a little worried about the side effects of Concerta (Methylphenidylacetate hydrochloride) ...... sounds like scary stuff!!!

    nervousness
    difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
    dizziness
    nausea
    vomiting
    loss of appetite
    stomach pain
    diarrhea
    heartburn
    dry mouth
    headache
    muscle tightness
    uncontrollable movement of a part of the body
    restlessness
    numbness, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet
    decreased sexual desire
    painful menstruation
    fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
    chest pain
    shortness of breath
    excessive tiredness
    slow or difficult speech
    fainting
    weakness or numbness of an arm or leg
    seizures
    changes in vision or blurred vision
    agitation
    believing things that are not true (LOL... like stuff you read on muscle forums!!!)
    feeling unusually suspicious of others
    hallucinating
    seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist
    motor tics or verbal tics
    depression
    abnormally excited mood
    mood changes
    fever
    hives
    rash
    blistering or peeling skin
    itching
    difficulty breathing or swallowing

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    I'd talk to your doctor if he's cool enough. tell him what other things you plan on taking and see if it would be bad. if not id do hella research and ask as many "experts" round here. you DEF dont wanna be messin with your heart bra. but my honest opinion id say keep taking it and dont take additional stimulants for prep. REALLY focus on your food and training

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    Quote Originally Posted by SpeedoGuido View Post
    Although I'm not familiar with the ADD drug Concerta I don't think it will be a problem in the dosage the doctor prescribed.... in fact it may help curb your appetite while dieting. If you abuse it to get buzzed out of your brain it'll probably chew up some muscle though.

    I'd be a little worried about the side effects of Concerta (Methylphenidylacetate hydrochloride) ...... sounds like scary stuff!!!

    nervousness
    difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
    dizziness
    nausea
    vomiting
    loss of appetite
    stomach pain
    diarrhea
    heartburn
    dry mouth
    headache
    muscle tightness
    uncontrollable movement of a part of the body
    restlessness
    numbness, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet
    decreased sexual desire
    painful menstruation
    fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
    chest pain
    shortness of breath
    excessive tiredness
    slow or difficult speech
    fainting
    weakness or numbness of an arm or leg
    seizures
    changes in vision or blurred vision
    agitation
    believing things that are not true (LOL... like stuff you read on muscle forums!!!)
    feeling unusually suspicious of others
    hallucinating
    seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist
    motor tics or verbal tics
    depression
    abnormally excited mood
    mood changes
    fever
    hives
    rash
    blistering or peeling skin
    itching
    difficulty breathing or swallowing



    id rather not be able to pay attention toshit then deal with all these sides

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    I am on meds for ADD/Anxiety disorder and I take them during my whole prep. I just have to be careful how many stimulants I take at the same time or else I will never go to bed! I have done two contest preps on them! If you need anything PM me!

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    Im almost hesitant to post here but I wanna help you out. Im sure its not the healthiest option to run concerta or adderall with other stimulants but I know a lot of people who do it religously and have no problems at all. If concerat is anything like adderall itl give you more energy and focus and curb ur appetite. However, everyone has a limit as to how far they wanna push theyr health so that is the part that is your decision and knowone can really answer that portion of it for u. Best of luck

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    Quote Originally Posted by lilarnold View Post
    id rather not be able to pay attention toshit then deal with all these sides
    Honestly i have never experienced these side effects..... its the same as looking up side effects on anabolics, look up side effects on anabolics and you will be surprised to see what kind of side effects are listed.

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