This of course is anecdotal and shouldn’t be taken as fact without proper evidence to support it.
I take Concerta which is the extended release form of Methylphenidate. This medication as well as the other stimulants offered for ADHD are known to cause mild appetite suppression. It’s one of the most commonly reported side effects of these medications.
In my experience taking ADHD meds while on Reta SIGNIFICANTLY increases the appetite suppression effects. Even on just 2mg I found it extremely difficult to eat, to the point that I was gagging while chewing my food. I’ve been on Reta for almost 2 months now and the intensity has died down as my body has found a new baseline. I couldn’t ima








