How do I know if Ritalin is not the right medication for me or if it has stopped working? My doctor put me on Ritalin 5 mg 3x a day about 1 month ago. Last week I called her and told her I was worse than without the medication, so she increased it to 10 mg 3x a day. I feel good at times but other just gittery and worse than non-medicated. Should I continue with the Ritalin, try a different Medication, or just give up on meds all together???? Help...I'm scared.