Nik, that sounds good so far!

With side effects, every drug and every person is different. SSRI antidepressants take a while to build up in a person's system-- typically we've been told 6 weeks to full effect (and full side effect if there will be any). Stimulant ADHD meds gave our DS side effects immediately; they're short acting. So it depends on what you're giving, and how her system responds...

Wishing you well--
DeeDee