Rating Scales Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - Medications
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Medications
Several types of medication are used to treat ADHD.
Psychostimulants: Methylphenidate (Ritalin) and Similar Drugs
Psychostimulants are the primary drugs used to treat ADHD. Although these drugs stimulate the central nervous system, they have a calming effect on people with ADHD.
These drugs include:
- Methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Metadate, Daytrana, generic)
- Dexmethylphenidate (Focalin, generic)
- Amphetamine-Dextroamphetamine (Adderall, generic)
- Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine, Dextrostat,...
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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: References
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesAarnoudse-Moens CS, Weisglas-Kuperus N, van Goudoever JB, Oosterlaan J. Meta-analysis of neurobehavioral outcomes in very preterm and/or... Read more »
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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