Treatment For ADHD

Psychosocial therapy is the primary treatment for add. The medications contain stimulants such as methylphenidate amphetamine, and Atomoxetine. They also include non-stimulants like clonidine or Guanfacine.

Patients with active issues with addiction are not advised to take stimulant medication. However, those in stable remission can take them into consideration. Combination therapy using antidepressants especially SSRIs, is another option.


Stimulants

Stimulants increase dopamine and norepinephrine levels between the brain's synapses. This improves concentration and reduces hyperactivity as well as impulsivity. The majority of doctors prescribe medications from the stimulant class to treat ADHD. Full Posting may prescribe methylphenidate (Concerta, Ritalin) or amphetamines which are similar medicines. The kind of medicine prescribed is based on the biochemistry of each patient and how they respond to it. It could take up to seven days for full effects of a medication to become apparent. The medication will be effective if you notice improvements in memory, concentration sleep, and impulsivity.

These medications can have adverse effects, including diminished appetite and trouble sleeping, and they may increase heart rate and blood pressure. People with medical conditions, like heart disease or high blood pressure, should not use them. They are highly prone for abuse and are tightly controlled drugs. Only psychiatrists, paediatricians or neurologists, and in certain situations general practitioners can prescribe them. They can be found in the form of pills or tablets or patches that go on the skin, or in liquids.

Children and adolescents who consume stimulants are often afflicted with appetite issues and weight loss. They may also experience disorders when the dose is too high. In this case, the doctor will reduce the dose to prevent the drug from causing more symptoms.

The use of stimulant medications is for about 70% to 80% of children and adults with ADHD. A majority of children and young adults find that their symptoms improve through treatment. This is especially true for those with teachers, parents, or carers who can be able to report improvements.

The early use of stimulants can reduce the risk of substance use disorders later on in the course of. Wilens and colleagues79,80, Katusic and colleagues81,82 and Biederman et al83 found that stimulant treatment reduces the risk for substance use disorders in adolescence, but the protective effect diminishes as we enter early adulthood.