ADHD Medications List

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is also referred to as ADD, attention deficit disorder, and comes about due to hereditary reasons, or chemical imbalances in the brain, or can even be the result of traumatic injuries to the head. These behavioral problems come forth in different ways, where children and adults alike show symptoms that are ADHD oriented.

They're fidgety, moody, tend to be restless and can't concentrate on one thing at a time, often being impulsive and forgetful in nature. It is important to notice these problems earlier, to avoid it from getting out of hand, and escalating into something more damaging like ruining family ties and relationships, crippling self esteems and resorting to addictions.

ADHD Medication for Patients

The one non-stimulant medication that has been looked over by the FDA, as appropriate for teens, toddlers and adults, is 'Strattera'. These can immensely help ADHD patients. Those who aren't supposed to use these drugs are those that suffer from high blood pressure, thyroid problems, a history of drug abuse, glaucoma, or any kind of heart disease. It is imperative to get a full examination done on the patient, before deciding whether he / she is suitable to handle the ADHD medication. Also remember that the following can be used for children as well.

• Vyvanse
• Dexedrine
• Ritalin
• Focalin
• Concerta
• Adderall

Be on the look out for possible side effects like increase in anxiety, insomnia, feeling irritable and loss of appetite.

Medication Doses for Children / Adults

Consult your doctor on the appropriate dosage, and do not attempt to do so on your own. You'll find here the different dosages that are available in capsule form, and one that comes as a wearable patch.

Vyvanse
This stimulant is long-lasting, and has active ingredients like lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, and comes in doses of 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 50mg and 60mg capsules.

Ritalin LA
Contains the ingredient methylphenidate, and comes in doses of 10mg, 20mg, 30mg and 40mg capsules. It can be either eaten along with foods in crushed form, or swallowed whole.

Focalin XR
The active ingredient present in these capsules is, dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride, and it comes in doses of 5mg, 10mg, 15mg and 20mg capsules.

Concerta
This is recommended only for those who are over the age of 6. These come in doses of 18mg, 36mg and 72mg capsules.

Adderall XR
Also used for those who are aged 6 and above; this can be used in its normal form of 'Adderall', for those who are aged between the ages of 3-5. The active ingredients in the XR version are amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. These come in doses of 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 25mg and 30mg capsules. These can be ingested in the same manner as Ritalin LA. Another extra medication suggestion is 'Daytrana', which is a patch, in Ritalin format, that comes in doses of 10mg, 15mg, 20mg and 30mg, and is placed on the hip portion. It is effective for a period of 9 hrs, where one can use it during a time when you think he / she needs it the most.

For ADHD anxiety medication help, you can try antidepressants that are prescribed by doctors, like SSRI, (serotonin reuptake inhibitor) or SNRI, (serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor). Medications that have these ingredients in them are, Paxil, Zoloft and Prozac.

Stimulants that Act for a Short While

These stimulants unlike the previous ones mentioned in the medications list are those that act for a short period of time.

• Methylin ER
• Ritalin SR
• Metadate ER
• Dexedrine
• Dextrostat
• Methylin (tablet / oral solution)
• Adderall

With proper ADHD treatment, you can help your child or loved one, benefit in many ways to help calm them, and keep them functioning in a peaceful way without the disorder taking over their mind and emotions. Be sure to consult your doctor on dosage and usage depending on how your body reacts to it. Stay safe.