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I head up a small community for fans of a niche indie brand. The founder is doing an event in Japan with an exclusive item for people who attend! I was so excited and was looking into booking a plane ticket to go!

However.. turns out that Japan has a law that absolutely forbids stimulant medication in the country. And, no, I don't really want to upend my regimen of 8 years and risk going on a new medication for the trip.

I'm really shattered, as I wanted to attend this cool event and meet up with other enthusiasts. It really hurts to be barred from an opportunity like this.

I hate ADHD. I really do.

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[–] frogfruit@slrpnk.net 83 points 9 months ago (5 children)

Intuniv, Strattera, Concerta, and Vyvanse can be prescribed for ADHD in Japan. Ritalin is also available but not for ADHD, though travelers can bring a maximum of 2.16g of methylphenidate. Other stimulants such as Adderall are not allowed.

https://interacnetwork.com/navigating-stimulant-therapy-for-adult-adhd-in-japan-regulations-and-considerations/

Most doctors would be willing to prescribe a different medication for the duration of your trip. It of course won't be ideal, but it would be a temporary hiccup that might be worth it considering you seem to be really excited for the trip.

[–] RedSeries@lemmy.world 17 points 9 months ago (9 children)

Op mentioned they do not want different medication for the trip though.

And, no, I don't really want to upend my regimen of 8 years and risk going on a new medication for the trip.

[–] frogfruit@slrpnk.net 16 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (5 children)

I did read that which is why I noted in my comment that I realize it won't be ideal but may be worth reconsidering for the opportunity. I also wanted to provide some more complete information for the people in the comments who were gleaning false conclusions from misleading information.

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[–] Thrillhouse@lemmy.world 24 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (2 children)
[–] frogfruit@slrpnk.net 8 points 9 months ago

Ritalin is also allowed

[–] thorbot@lemmy.world 6 points 9 months ago (5 children)

Vyvanse is so much better for me personally. But it's expensive af

[–] Noodle07@lemmy.world 3 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Hello from France where Vyvanse still isn't approved! Every day I read about how amazing it is and I cry

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[–] bionicjoey@lemmy.ca 20 points 9 months ago (1 children)

OP, don't hate the ADHD. Hate the Japanese law. That is a stupid law.

[–] SharkEatingBreakfast@sopuli.xyz 13 points 9 months ago (1 children)
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[–] pHr34kY@lemmy.world 16 points 9 months ago

I went to Tokyo 6 months ago and took a bottle of Vyvanse with me.

You need to clear it with the authorities before you head over. You'll need your doctor to write a letter. It can be done though.

... Or just get hooked on $1.50 cans of coffee boss instead.

[–] VictorPrincipum@sh.itjust.works 8 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Which is ironic since the original Vyvanse manufacturer, Takeda pharmaceuticals, is based in Tokyo.

[–] bionicjoey@lemmy.ca 12 points 9 months ago (2 children)

Apparently Vyvanse is the only one that's allowed. Sounds like regulatory capture to me.

[–] frogfruit@slrpnk.net 8 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Ritalin/Concerta is also allowed.

[–] bionicjoey@lemmy.ca 4 points 9 months ago

Oh shit. Guess I'm allowed in Japan after all.

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[–] kebabslob@lemmy.blahaj.zone 8 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Just play Yakuza as a sort of stand in /j

[–] bionicjoey@lemmy.ca 5 points 9 months ago

Yakuza and also Okami

[–] Reverendender@sh.itjust.works 8 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Wow, so...they just don't treat ADHD over there?

[–] bstix@feddit.dk 21 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (6 children)

Of course they do. They just don't allow Adderall because it contains amphetamine.

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[–] Starayo@lemmy.world 4 points 9 months ago

Yeah, I'm lucky enough that mine is only really debilitating for study so I didn't have an issue not taking my meds for the trip. Really feel for you. :(

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