Although there’s no cure for ADHD. These medicines help ease and problems with memory and concentration. But they are tricky for chronic fatigue syndrome. They may give you energy and focus, which could cause you to get stuck in a cycle of overdoing it and then “crashing.” That would make your condition worse.
Since people with ME/CFS are very sensitive to any medicines that affect the brain, some people experience irritation and agitation taking stimulants, in conventional doses. They should be prescribed in low doses, by doctors who frequently prescribe them and know how to handle the side effects.
If you and your doctor decide to try a stimulant, there are a lot to choose from. They will help you pick the best one for you.
Help for Your Joints
If ME/CFS gives you muscle and joint pain, your doctor might suggest over-the-counter pain relievers, such as , aspirin, or acetaminophen.
If these don’t help, your doctor might prescribe stronger pain medications or refer you to a pain specialist.
If You’re Dizzy
Some people with chronic fatigue syndrome feel dizzy or light-headed whenever they stand or sit upright. If that sounds like you, prescription drugs that might help. These include:
When You’re Depressed
About half of people with chronic fatigue syndrome develop at some point. If you and your doctor decide that an antidepressant is right for you, your doctor will choose one that’s least likely to cause side effects that could worsen your chronic fatigue syndrome. They may also recommend that you go to a counselor for talk therapy.