ADHD & ADD: Medications

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  • Haloperidol

    09/11/08, Healthwise

    Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.

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  • Amphetamine

    02/13/04, Healthwise

    Amphetamine is a stimulant and an appetite suppressant. It stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain) by increasing the amount of certain chemicals in the body. This increases heart rate and blood pressure and decreases appetite, among

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  • Should my child take stimulant medications for ADHD?

    04/17/08, Healthwise

    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common behavioral disorder that causes inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. People with ADHD have a hard time concentrating, sitting still, and controlling their impulsive thoug

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  • Dextroamphetamine

    09/07/07, Healthwise

    Long-term use of dextroamphetamine can slow a child's growth. Tell your doctor if the child using this medication is not growing or gaining weight properly.

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  • Methamphetamine

    02/23/07, Healthwise

    Long-term use of methamphetamine can slow a child's growth. Tell your doctor if the child using this medication is not growing or gaining weight properly.

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  • Methylphenidate

    08/22/08, Healthwise

    Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

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  • Pemoline

    02/22/07, Healthwise

    Pemoline was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2005.

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  • Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine

    11/27/07, Healthwise

    Long-term use of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine can slow a child's growth. Tell your doctor if the child using this medication is not growing or gaining weight properly.

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  • Dexmethylphenidate

    03/05/08, Healthwise

    Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have severe depression or a history of mental illness, seizures or epilepsy, high blood pressure, a history of drug or alcohol addiction, congestive heart fail

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  • Atomoxetine

    11/28/07, Healthwise

    You may have suicidal thoughts or behavior while taking atomoxetine. Watch for symptoms of depression, unusual behavior, or thoughts of hurting yourself. Your doctor may need to check you at regular visits while you are taking this medication.

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