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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents: Treatment with medications - UpToDate

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents: Treatment with stimulant medications INTRODUCTION Treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents includes pharmacologic (table 1) and nonpharmacologic therapy. Pharmacotherapy of ADHD includes stimulants (methylphenidate and amphetamines) and nonstimulants (eg, alpha-2 adrenergic agonists, selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, antidepressants). This topic reviews the treatment of ADHD in children and adolescents with stimulant medications. The role of pharmacotherapy…

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