ADHD In Adults: Am I ADHD? Interactive Questions For ADHD Assessment. Jason Newman

between patients, so it may take time to find the most suitable dosage for an individual.

       Some popular stimulants used to treat ADHD are:

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      Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)

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      Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine)

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      Dextroamphetamine-amphetamine (Adderall)

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      Methylphenidate (Metadate, Daytrana, Concerta, Ritalin)

      The effect of stimulant drugs can be either be short or long acting.

      Short acting can last up to four hours, while long acting can last from 6 to 12 hours.

      Methylphenidate is a drug that comes in a patch (like Band-Aid or

      Nicotine patch), and it can be easily worn on the hip. The medication is gradually released in the body through the skin, and that lasts for about 9 hours. It can take up to 3 hours for the effect of medication to be felt, and it is not to be frequently taken (follow the advice of

      doctor).

      Like other medications, the stimulants come with side effects. The

      person can observe abdominal pain, liver problems, nausea, elevated

      pulse, elevated blood pressure, headache, psychosis (delusions),

      insomnia reduced appetite (anorexia), and weight loss. In some cases, there can be tics resulting in a sudden involuntary spasmodic muscular contraction, especially of facial, neck, or shoulder muscles.

      For most individuals, these medicines are considered safe for treating ADHD in the long term. However, the doctor may not immediately

      recommend these drugs, if the individual has issues with drug or

      alcohol use.

       Sometimes, additional medications are also considered to treat

       ADHD:

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      Antidepressants like venlafaxine (Effexor) and bupropion

      (Wellbutrin)

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      Atomoxetine (Strattera)

      Venlafaxine or bupropion is often advised for symptoms of ADHD

      with mood disorder.

      The effects of these medications are not as rapid as stimulants, and might take a few weeks for their effect to come. These medications

      are best-suited if stimulants cannot be taken due to any reason, such as any health condition, tic disorder, drug abuse or suffer with the side effects of stimulants.

      Side effects of atomoxetine can include sweating, painful urination, decreased libido, slightly elevated blood pressure and heart rate,

      decreased appetite, nausea and insomnia.