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What are ADHD stimulant medications? Methylphenidate (Ritalin);
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin);
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall);
Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) 1st line stimulant;
Don't give with preexisting heart disease



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Mechanism of Action Boosts DE, NE, SA



What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 6 and up? Methylphenidate
(Ritalin)



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Signs and Symptoms Loss of appetite;
Headache;
Insomnia;
Weight loss;
Stomachache



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) short acting hours 3-4 hours



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) long acting hours 8-10 hours



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) monitoring Height, weight, blood pressure quaterly



What can Methylphenidate (Ritalin) restrict? Height and weight

,Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) Stimulant medication that may be good for kids with bad
side effects from Ritalin



Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) short acting hours 4-6 hours


What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 3 and up?
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin)



Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) Side Effects Loss of appetite;
Headache;
Insomnia;
Weight loss;
Stomachache;
Increased blood pressure;
Tics;
Psychosis



Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) short acting hours 4-6 hours



Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) long acting hours (XL) 8-12 hours



Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) long acting hours 8-12 hours



What are ADHD non-stimulant medications? Atomoxetine (Streterra);
Bupropion (Wellbutrin);
Imipramine or Nortriptyline;

, Clonidine or Guafancine



What is the black box warning for Atomoxetine (Streterra)? Suicidal ideation thinking



What ADHD non- stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 6 and up? Atomoxetine
(Streterra)



What ADHD non- stimulant medication is liver toxic? Atomoxetine (Streterra);
Will need LFTs


What ADHD non-stimulant medication is not given with a seizure disorder, head trauma, or
eating disorder? Bupropion (Wellbutrin)



What non-stimulant medication has a decreased seizure threshold? Bupropion (Wellbutrin)



What is observed with Imipramine or Nortriptyline? TCA (tricyclics) warnings



What non-stimulant medication is lethal in overdose? Imipramine or Nortriptyline



What non-stimulant medication is prescribed every week? Imipramine or Nortriptyline


What are the 3 C's for

Imipramine or Nortriptyline? Cardiotoxic;
Convulsions;
Coma



What ADHD non-stimulant medication is not approved for adults? Clonidine or Guanfacine