ADHD Medications Table: Week 7 Guide for NR546 Advanced Psychopharmacology

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ADHD Medications Table
Week 7


Course: NR546/NR 546 Advanced
Pharmacology: Psychopharmacology

, ADHD Medications Table
Week 7




THIS ASSIGNMENT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE WEEK 7 MEDICATION




Drug Name Indication (include Short-acting, Notable side effects /Patient education
(include if IR, XR, approved ages) intermediate-acting or instructions
ODT, LA) Neurotransmitter(s) long-acting.
Affected Duration of action, peak
Target Symptoms (if noted)
Methylphenidate ADHD medications are Sleep issues, reduced appetite, and headaches.
(D/L) approved for use in Ritalin IR: Duration 3-4 Do not crush, take in morning, avoid taking in
(Concerta, Ritalin) individuals aged 6 years hours evening, monitor for weight loss, palpitations.
and older. Ritalin ER: Duration 6-8
Dopamine and hours
norepinephrine Concerta ER: Duration
primary symptoms 10-12 hours
targeted by ADHD Long-Acting (LA):
medications: inattention, Formulation available
impulsivity, and
hyperactivity. Concerta Duration: 10-12
hours
Ritalin IR Peak: 1-3 hours
Concerta Peak: 6-8 hours