Treatment For ADHD
Psychosocial therapy is the primary treatment for adding. The medications can include stimulants such as methylphenidate and amphetamine, and non-stimulants like atomoxetine and clonidine, guanfacine and viloxazine.
Stimulant medications are not recommended for patients who have active substance abuse problems but they can be considered in those who are in stable recovery. Combination therapy with antidepressants (particularly SSRIs) is also an option.
Stimulants
Stimulants increase norepinephrine and dopamine levels between synapses in the brain. This improves concentration and decreases hyperactivity and impulsivity. treatments for add prescribe medication from the stimulant class to treat ADHD. They might prescribe methylphenidate (Concerta or Ritalin) or amphetamines. These are both very similar medications. The type of medication prescribed will depend on the person's individual biochemistry and how well they react to the drug. It could take between five and seven days before the full effects of the medication are evident. The medicine will work if you notice improvements in concentration, memory sleep, impulsivity, and sleep.
The medicines in this class may have adverse effects, including reduced appetite and difficulty sleeping, and they can increase heart rate and blood pressure. People suffering from medical conditions, like heart disease or high blood pressure should not take these medications. They are highly prone for abuse and are tightly controlled drugs. Only paediatricians or psychiatrists or in certain cases general practitioners, may prescribe stimulants. You can get them in the form of tablets, pills patches that can be applied to the skin or liquids.
Children and adolescents who use stimulants are often affected by weight loss and a lack of appetite. When the dose is too high, they can also develop the tics. In this situation the doctor will lower the dose to prevent the drug from worsening symptoms.
Around 70 to 80 percent of adults and children with ADHD are treated with stimulant medication. A majority of children and young adults find that their symptoms improve when they receive treatment. This is especially true for those with parents, teachers or caregivers who be able to report improvements.
Early use of stimulants could lower the risk of developing addiction disorders later in life. Wilens Katusic, Wilens colleagues81,82, and Biederman and colleagues83, found that stimulant therapy reduces the risk of substance use disorders during the adolescent years. However the protective effect diminishes as we enter early adulthood.