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Monday, October, 26, 2009

Clonidine Use In Children

Clinical trial: Clonicel for ADHD

October 03, 2008
This Phase III clinical trial is enrolling children ages 6 - 17 with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder to test how well Clonicel treats ADHD. Clonicel is a 12-hour, sustained-release version of clonidine hydrochloride, a medication approved to treat high blood pressure. Sciele Pharma, Inc., and Addrenex Pharmaceuticals are testing the medication for the treatment of ADHD in children. Read more »

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Health Guide

ADHD Issues: How is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) treated?
ADHD and childhood behavioral disorders are usually better treated in specialized education settings with behavioral management of the disruptive behavior. Whether the patient is an ADHD adult... Read more »
Daytrana
...effects are minimal. Should side effects last more than a few weeks or interfere with your, or your child’s ability to complete daily activities, you should speak with your doctor. ... Read more »
Concerta, Daytrana, Metadate CD, Methylin, Ritalin, Ritalin SR, Ritalin LA
...effects are minimal. Should side effects last more than a few weeks or interfere with your, or your child’s ability to complete daily activities, you should speak with your doctor. ... Read more »
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Medications
...heart failure, or heart rhythm disturbances). These drugs have been associated with sudden death in children with heart problems. They have also been associated with sudden death, stroke, and... Read more »
Anxiety Disorders: Treatment
...medications in certain patients who suffer from sleep disorders.Cognitive-behavioral therapy (group therapy). Children should particularly start with CBT. Behavioral measures for improving sleep.... Read more »

Medications

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...store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. Do not flush medications... Read more »

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...store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. Do not flush medications... Read more »

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