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Is Taking Focalin For Add Advisable?

I have add and was prescribed focalin. I never really used it. but I just started a new job and want to be completely focused. I found my old prescription, it expired 11/13/08. my question to you is, it it still safe to use? I really don't have the money for a new script. I just want to make sure Im not seriously harming myself after taking it.
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
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Focalin is a mild stimulant and it has a lot of side effects like nervousness, insomnia, angina, arrhythmia, palpitations, pulse increased or decreased, tachycardia, psychosis etc. I think, it would be better to avoid this drugs to so many side effects. In case you need further help, you can contact us.

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Is Taking Focalin For Add Advisable?

HI Thanks for using healthcare magic Focalin is a mild stimulant and it has a lot of side effects like nervousness, insomnia, angina, arrhythmia, palpitations, pulse increased or decreased, tachycardia, psychosis etc. I think, it would be better to avoid this drugs to so many side effects. In case you need further help, you can contact us. Thanks