ADHD treatment in Hong Kongoffers various options to address the symptoms in both children and adults. Medications, particularly stimulants like methylphenidate, are commonly prescribed to enhance attention and behavior. The extended-release formulation ensures longer-lasting effects, benefiting patients thro...
Since 1972, I have been treating children with amphetamines and somewhat later with methylphenidate (Ritalin) for Minimal Brain Damage, a diagnostic term used in those early years for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Similar to other colleagues, I have also noted a ...
Some studies found that when you have ADHD, you’re four times more likely to also have PTSD. And you’re twice as likely to develop ADHD when you have PTSD. Their symptoms can look the same, and they can cause similar changes in your brain. As a result, researchers are studying possi...
Prada P, Nicastro R, Zimmermann J, Hasler R, Aubry JM, Perroud N (2015) Addition of methylphenidate to intensive dialectical behaviour therapy for patients suffering from comorbid borderline personality disorder and ADHD: a naturalistic study. Atten Defic Hyperact Disord 7(3):199–209. doi:10.1...
Focalin contains dexmethylphenidate whereas Adderall contains a mixture of amphetamine salts (MAS). Both have a high potential for abuse and dependence, although the risk may be perceived as higher with Adderall because it is more popular; however, this does not mean Focalin is less likely to ca...
Talk to your child’s school to be sure they know how to best support them academically. Medication for narcolepsy in children Your child’s doctor may recommend medication to help treat the symptoms of narcolepsy. Options include: Stimulants such as amphetamine or methylphenidate ...
Here we used PET and FDG to compare the brain metabolic responses (a marker of brain function) to methylphenidate (a stimulant drug that cocaine abusers report to be similar to cocaine when administered intravenously), between cocaine addicted subjects (n=21) and controls (n=15). In paral- ...
People with ASD who have ADHD may benefit from a stimulant drug (methylphenidate) or nonstimulant medications (atomoxetine and guanfacine). Melatonin can help relieve sleep difficulties in individuals with ASD. For More Information National Institute of Mental Health The JAMA Patient Page is a public...
Stimulants: dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine), methamphetamine (Desoxyn), methylphenidate (Ritalin) Nonstimulant wake-promoting medications. armodafinil (Nuvigil), modafinil (Provigil), pitolisant (Wakix), solriamfetol (Sunosi) Sodium oxybate (Xyrem) ...
Two other common ADHD treatments calledmethylphenidateandlisdexamfetamine dimesylatealso remain in shortage, according to the agency's records, since the FDA first announced supply shortfalls in July last year. Similar to amphetamine salts, brand name versions of those two treatments — Concerta and Vyv...