News & Articles Featuring Focuset
 "Maureen Miller, an alcohol and other drug prevention specialist at the
Student Health Care Center, believes that Focuset could become a new,
popular substitute for students not diagnosed with attention deficit
disorder but who are still looking for help."
"ADD drug launched"
The Independent Florida Alligator (Student Newspaper of the University of Florida): February 13, 2006.
"According to the makers, college students from all over Florida and the U.S. are testing Focuset, and so far the results are positive, as this particular medicine does not have any of the side effects typical of Ritalin or Dexedrine."
"Study-Aid Pill Aims to Naturally Help Students Focus"
Central Florida Future (Student Newspaper of the University of Central Florida): January 17, 2007
"Padla warns that the side effects of abusing these medications [Ritalin and Adderall] are harmful to the body. There are other concentration aids besides highly dangerous and addictive Section II drugs. Jason Neufeld is co-creator of Focuset, a new natural drug to help young adults stay focused."
"Beyond Java: Students Turn to Street Drugs to Stay Focused"The Jambar (Student Newspaper of Youngstown State University): September 28, 2006"[T]he resulting product [Focuset] -- which includes green-tea leaf extract, Rhodiola rosea root extract, yerba mate leaf, guarana seed extract, magnesium and vitamins B-6 and B-12 -- helps users focus for long periods without causing ugly side effects."
"New Fuel for School: The Creators of Focuset Offer an Alternative to Illegal Prescription Pills for Boosting Study Skills."
Citylink Magazine: August 30, 2006"Some students at Florida State University, as well as other colleges around the United States and internationally, have been engaging in dangerous prescription-sharing of ADHD medications in order to stay up later and study longer. That's why...Jason Neufeld and Justin Hertzberg, have created Focuset, a once-daily natural supplement designed to enhance energy, focus, concentration, alertness, memory, mood and brain function."
"UM Students Develop Substitute for ADHD Drugs: FocusetTM Created in Response to Student Prescription-Sharing"
FSView (Student Newspaper of Florida State University): August 24, 2006
"Last month, the two men [Hertzberg and Neufeld] unveiled their alternative to ADHD drugs. The pill, Focuset, is a blend of natural herbs and vitamins that Hertzberg -- and a board-certified psychiatrist -- claim is safe and as effective as ADHD drugs."
"Focuset an alternative to ADHD drugs"Creative Loafing: May 31, 2006 "I am putting my professional reputation on the line and believe in this porduct." said Dennis Padla, a board certified psychiatrist in Michigan. "You get focused without feeling wired."
"Alert Pair of Students Devise Natural Focus Pill"The Palm Beach Post: May 22, 2006"There is a need in the community to have something that is safe for students who don't need to be taking massive amounts of caffeine or using prescription medications off-label and buying them from other kids."
"Out of Focus?"The Miami Herald: April 29, 2006 "[Joint Degree Labs] said they have found a solution in Focuset, a dietary supplement they said may relieve some of the symptoms associated with ADHD."
"A Safe Study Aid? New Supplement Aims to Naturally Increase Attention"The Miami Hurricane (Student Newspaper of University of Miami): April 25, 2006 "[M]any students and young professionals are looking for a natural alternative to prescription drugs. Focuset, a new daily supplement created by Joint Degree Labs, is one such alternative for those looking to enhance their focus, concentration, energy, and brainpower.""Natural Alternatives May Improve Concentration, Energy and Focus"Res Ipsa Loquitur (Student Newspaper of University of Miami School of Law): February 14, 2006
News & Articles Featuring Related Prescription Drugs
"A new amphetamine-based drug to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder [Vyvanse] won approval Friday. [Vyvanse is] harder to abuse than older stimulants, the manufacturer says...Unless it's swallowed, Vyvanse remains inactive. [Manufacturer] believes that will curtail its potential for abuse by users who snort or inject crushed pills."
"FDA Approves ADHD Drug Vyvanse"
The Associated Press: February 23, 2007
Drugs prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder [Adderall, Concerta, Ritalin, Strattera and others] will include guides to alert patients and parents of the risks of mental and heart problems, including sudden death."
"New Warning for Attention Deficit Drugs"
The Associated Press: February 21, 2007
"The federal government has classified Adderall under the same category as cocaine, opium and morphine, drugs with a high potential for abuse. It is illegal to sell it or use it without a prescription.""Danger in Using Drugs for ADHD as Study Aid"
The ADHD Podcaster: April 18, 2006"Twenty-five people died and 54 more suffered serious cardiovascular problems after taking drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder between 1999 and 2003, the government says."
"FDA Report Details 25 ADHD Drug Deaths" ABC News: February 8, 2006
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