The long-term treatment with a combination of medications and behavioral therapy is far superior to just medication treatment, or no specific treatments in managing hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention,
and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Those kids treated with both ADHD drugs and therapy also had better social skills.
and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Those kids treated with both ADHD drugs and therapy also had better social skills.
Drug Treatment of ADHD
Some stimulants are approved for use in children over 3, while others are approved for children over 6.
Some stimulants are approved for use in children over 3, while others are approved for children over 6.
Side Effects of ADHD Drugs.
ADHD drugs sometimes have side effects, but these tend to happen early in treatment and are usually mild and short-lived.
The most common side effects of ADHD drugs include:
Sleep problems
Decreased appetite/weight loss
Headaches
Jitteriness
Social withdrawal
Before you or your children start taking any ADHD medication, make sure you talk to a doctor about all of the potential risks.
Always consult your health care provider before making any changes in your ADHD treatment regimen.
Use of medication in preschoolers
Growth Delay and Weight Loss
The stunting of growth in children has been a concern. Past studies suggested that "long-term use of the drugs could stunt children's growth.
One notion is that psychostimulant medication can decrease appetite which may result in loss of weight and may be a factor in stunted growth.
Source : http://www.medicinenet.com/
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