I am not sure if my dose is enough or if the supplement I am taking is interfering with it
Hello, I have been prescribed 27 mgs of concerta and 10 mgs of ritalin to take when the concerta's affects wear off. However, lately I feel like concerta is not working at all. I use this supplement for sleep that consists of 20 mgs of passionflower extract, 20 mgs of lemon balm extract, 20 mgs of hop extract, and 10 mgs of valerian extract. I take this supplement one hour before going to bed.
Although ritalin is still working, concerta wears off after 3-4 hours, and it does not really help me focus anymore. My next appointment is in 5 days; should I ask for an adjustment, like maybe asking for 36 mgs? Can it be the supplement?
p.s: I weigh 56.5 kgs, I go to the gym three times a week, and swim 2 times a week. My diet mostly consists of protein-heavy meals. So I don't think absorption would be a problem.
Posted Aug 27, 2026, 12:56 PM UTC