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ADD Focus, Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Treatments and Medications
for Attention Deficit Disorder

medications

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - ADHD is often treated with stimulant medications such as Ritalin®, Dexedrine® and Cylert®. A recent study states that an estimated 3 million children with Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD are taking Ritalin® which is double the number in 1990. You will find information on how these medications are used as well as their side-effects. You will also find information on other medications used to improve behavior, mood and learning in children and teens.

Parents of children with Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD need to have full information. Alternatives to medication will be covered as well. A protocol for prescribing these medications is provided for physicians. The information is based on the latest research and guidelines related to the use of medications in the treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder.

Topics:
   Stimulant Drugs
        Overview
        Mode of Drug Interactions
        Contraindications
        Drug Interactions
        Side Effects
        Specific Psychostimulant Medications
            Ritalin®  Dexedrine®  Desoxyn®   Adderall®  Cylert®

    Other Medications
        Antidepressants
             Desiprimine  Anafranil® Elavil®  Tofranil®  Wellbutrin®   Prozac®   Zoloft®Paxil®  
              
        Neuroleptics
              Haldol®   Mellaril®
        Mood Stabilizers
            Lithium  Eskalith®
        Alpha-Andrenergics
               Clonidine   Guanfacine

    Alternatives To Medication
        Psychological Treatment Methods
        Diet
        Supplements

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