I know I should be asking my doctor, but even though getting an appointment with a neurologist is free, it takes months where I live.

My problem is that I sometimes have severe pain in the stomach and abdomen. I have had acute Pancreatitis in the past and I fear it might become chronic (pancreas digesting itself).

Is this just a coincidence or does Methylphenidate damage my pancreas further?

Additional info:

  • I was diagnosed with ADHD at age 6

  • This is the first time I am taking medication

  • Daily Dose is 30mg total (extended release 15mg and 15mg)

  • I am not on any other medication

  • JoBo@feddit.ukEnglish
    321·
    1 年前

    BNF listing

    It doesn’t specifically list pancreatitis (it does list GI discomfort).

    Talk to your GP asap. You don’t need a neurologist in the first instance.

    • nebulaone@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
      142·
      1 年前

      Alright, will do. I’m a bit worried that my GP will just stop prescribing me a refill, but it’s better than losing my pancreas, I guess.

      • JoBo@feddit.ukEnglish
        15·
        1 年前

        They’ll only stop prescribing it if they (and you) think the risks outweigh the benefits. It might be something much less serious and you would be much better off knowing either way.

        Finding the right meds can be a long old haul. Good luck.

        • a_statistician@lemmy.mlEnglish
          1·
          1 年前

          They’ll only stop prescribing it if they (and you) think the risks outweigh the benefits. It might be something much less serious and you would be much better off knowing either way.

          Yep. Also, it may be something totally different, like trapped wind/constipation, and have an easy fix.

          Or you may do better on a different type of stimulant. Lots of options

  • li10@feddit.ukEnglish
    18·
    1 年前

    Stomach pain can be normal at the start, but severe pain needs to be raised with your doctor asap.

    I found I had a slightly upset stomach when starting, but it cleared after a few days and then had no issues at all.

  • nebulaone@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
    17·
    1 年前

    Update: My GP put me on a strict diet (no cheese, eggs, saturated fats, fiber, …), basically anything that is hard to digest. Took my regular dose today. No pain yet (4 hours in). So fingers crossed. Also a big thank you to everyone for caring :)

  • angrystego@lemmy.worldEnglish
    6·
    1 年前

    You should go see a doctor no matter whether the pain is related to the meds or not. The pancreatitis might have come back (even for other reasons than the meds) and it’s important to have it treated.

  • kruge@feddit.deEnglish
    61·
    1 年前

    I started developing stomach issues after some time when starting to take Methylphenidat (diagnosed and started to take medication with 30, 30mg total). I then switched to Lisdexamphetamin which helps me the same way without sideeffects. Additionally I have less of a crash when the medication wears off.