Our son (6 years old) was supposed to start Concerta-18 mg tomorrow to treat ADHD. Our insurance will not cover Concerta until we try Vyvanse. I didn't realize an insurance company could override a doctor's order! Luckily the doctor sent a Rx for both (in case ds couldn't swallow a pill-Vyvanse can be broken open and dissolved in water). So it looks like we're starting out on Vyvanse instead. Our doctor didn't seem to have a preference between these two medications.
Anyone else have children on either of these medications? If so, what has been your experience. Do you have any advice for us during the "observation" stage of starting meds? Thanks!
