Medical Treatment for ADHD
November 9, 2008 by DrLauren
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Pharmacologic Treatment for ADHD
Psychostimulants D-amphetamineD, L-amphetamine (DEXADRINE, ADDERALL)
Magnesium pemoline (CYLERT, PEMADD)Methylphenidate (RITALIN, METHYLIN, METADATE)Antidepressants BupropionTricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
- Desipramine
- Imipramine
- Nortriptyline
Noradrenergic specific reuptake inhibitors Atomoxetine (STRATTERA) Monoamine oxidase inhibitors MAO-AMAO-BMoclobemide Phenelzine
Tranylcypromine
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) CitalopramFluoxetineFluvoxamine Paroxetine
Sertraline
Venlafaxine (possesses both SSRI and TCA properties)
Alpha-2 noradrenergic agonists ClonidineGuanfacine Cholinergic agents Nicotine Antipsychotic drugs* *Although found to be mildly effective in improving behavioral symptoms in hyperactive children, the usefulness of antipsychotics in the treatment of ADHD is limited.
Source: Medscape.com
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