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> ...we took these drugs, mixed them in fruit juice and gave them to the animals That's interesting. I avoid orange juice because it severely reduces - if not
by russellbeattie 5y ago
> ...we took these drugs, mixed them in fruit juice and gave them to the animals
That's interesting. I avoid orange juice because it severely reduces - if not outright destroys - the effects of my Adderall prescription. I think it's because of the acidity, as taking some Tums with the pills can increase their effects.
I wonder if Ritalin is substantially different or if the researchers knew about this?
- lfowles 5y agoI think citrus heavy juices have those adverse effects on medication (esp. grapefruit[0]), but they probably used a different juice. [0]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grapefruit%E2%80%93drug_interactions https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grapefruit%E2%80%93drug_intera...
- astrange 5y agoAll acidic foods cancel out amphetamine, and they're even worse for Vyvanse because of what it uses to delay release. Similarly, alkaline foods make it more effective. It's not a reaction in the liver like how grapefruit interacts with other drugs.
- lfowles 5y agoOh, I've never heard that! I might have to make some diet changes now... At least for breakfast/lunch