Psychostimulant medications, including methylphenidate (Ritalin®) and amphetamines (Dexedrine®, Dextrostat®, and Adderall®), are by far the most widely researched and commonly prescribed treatments for ADHD. Numerous short–term studies have established the safety and efficacy of stimulants and psychosocial treatments for alleviating the symptoms of ADHD.

Methylphenidate is the name of the most common medication used to treat ADHD. This is the generic drug contained in prescriptions for Ritalin, Ritalin-SR, Concerta and Metadate. Methylphenidate is also available as a generic medication. Methyphenidate is a Central Nervous System stimulant, or a CNS stimulant. Adderall is another popular medication for ADHD. Adderall is a mixture of four different amphetamine salts. Dexedrine, which is also an amphetamine, is also used to treat ADHD.

Yes. Ritalin is a Schedule II medication, indicating a high potential for abuse. Dexedrine also has a high potential for abuse. People have died from abuse of these medications. Typically, Ritalin abuse happens when a person with a prescription gives pills to someone who does not have ADHD.

Medication for ADD and ADHD falls under two major categories: stimulants and Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (NRIs). Stimulants fall under the brand name of Adderall, Concerta, Dexedrine, Focalin, Metadate, and the infamous Ritalin. Only one NRI has been approved for the treatment of ADD/ADHD, Strattera. Medications should never be used as the only treatment. Furthermore, medication is not always necessary or effective for individuals with ADD and ADHD.

Anti-spasmodic drugs like Bentyl and Levsin are considered to part of the class of anti-cholinergic drugs. Anti-cholinergic drugs act by decreasing the abnormal sensitivity of choninergic (muscarinic M2) receptors in gut smooth muscle. Significant improvement in abdominal pain and rectal urgency have been reported in some studies compared to placebo in short-term trials. However, there is no evidence that anticholinergic are more efficacious than placebo in the longer term.

No medicine can cure IBS, but there are a variety of over-the-counter and prescription medications that can ease particular IBS symptoms. Medication options include drugs that relax the bowel muscles, slow down or bulk up stool, change how the body senses pain, prevent bacteria from growing in the bowel or stimulate intestinal nerves.

Proton pump inhibitors, such as Prilosec OTC® and Aciphex® , are another type of acid reducer. They suppress stomach acid. By drastically reducing the acid, these drugs can help stop the irritation and allow the damaged tissue in the esophagus to heal.

Several medications, all available only by prescription, can help PSP in some cases. Sinemet. This is the brand name for a combination of "levodopa" and "carbidopa." Levodopa is the component that helps the disease symptoms. Carbidopa simply helps prevent the nausea that levodopa alone can cause. When levodopa came along in the late 1960's, it was a revolutionary advance for Parkinson's but, unfortunately, it is of only modest benefit in PSP.

Our approach to treating ADD is an integrated approach, and is customized to each individual client. We believe that no one solution works for everyone; therefore, to achieve a long term positive outcome, it requires a comprehensive approach. Our team of health professionals include: psychologists, ADD coaches, medical doctors, and other support services, who will work directly with you and your family through the evaluation and treatment process.

Many of them do poorly in school. Often, they flunk grades and eventually drop out. Many of these adolescents use cocaine to self-medicate themselves and deal in drugs to support their habit. Often, they end up in the criminal justice system. It's estimated that 35-45% of the male inmates in the prison system suffer from ADHD.

No, I frequently treat adult ADHD. ADHD is treatable at any age but is best treated as early as possible.

Some of the medicines for ADHD are methylphenidate (some brand names: Ritalin, Concerta), dextroamphetamine (brand name: Dexedrine), pemoline (brand name: Cylert), atomoxetine (Strattera), and a combination drug called Adderall. These medicines improve attention and concentration, and decrease impulsive and overactive behaviors. Other medicines can also be used to treat ADHD.

Not necessarily. Numerous foods marked "low cholesterol" can contain oils that may be high in saturated fats, which are not considered healthy. In addition, unsaturated fats like vegetable oil also can be high in calories. The total amount of fat in your diet should be kept to about 20-30 percent of your daily intake.

There are several medical treatments for osteoporosis. Estrogen therapy has been used to treat osteoporosis for many years. Newer non hormonal treatment options are now available, these are the bisphosphonates, alendronate and risedronate, raloxifene, a selective estrogen receptor modulator and calcitonin. Talk to your health care provider to determine the best treatment option for you.

Yes, adult or somatic stem cells have been used for some time to treat disease. For example, blood stem cells created in the bone-marrow are used in “bone-marrow transplant" as a common therapy for various blood based diseases such as leukemia and aplastic anemia. Organ transplantation also uses stem cell technology.

Actually, it appears to be just the opposite. Although an increased risk of drug abuse and cigarette smoking is associated with childhood ADHD, this risk appears mostly due to the ADHD condition itself, rather than its treatment. In a study jointly funded by the NIMH and the National Institute on Drug Abuse, boys with ADHD who were treated with stimulants were significantly less likely to abuse drugs and alcohol when they got older.

The stimulants Adderall and Dexedrine, as well as antidepressants such as Norpramin, Prozac, and Ludiomil, are also administered to treat the conditions. But Ritalin appears to be the drug of choice.

Alternative medicine refers to treatments other than those which would be typically prescribed, including herbal medicine, non-medication therapies, homeopathy and nutrition treatments. ADHD treatments range from diet restrictions to herbal products; EEG to video games. Results vary, depending on the individual and the treatment being used.

A range of medications is used to treat alcoholism. Benzodiazepines (Valium? , Librium?) are sometimes used during the first days after a person stops drinking to help him or her safely withdraw from alcohol. These medications are not used beyond the first few days, however, because they may be highly addictive. Other medications help people remain sober. One medication used for this purpose is naltrexone (ReVia?).

Mixing medications, although rare, with anything can cause adverse reactions. Although our products are all natural herbal products, if you are taking any medication, prescription or over the counter, or are being treated for any medical condition please consult with a physician before taking our products or any supplements.

Anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy. These drugs reduce the risk of blood clots and include warfarin (a "blood thinner") or aspirin. Because everyone is different, it may take trials of several medications and doses to find the one that works best for you.

Antihistamines are used to prevent or relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis and other allergies. They work by preventing the production of histamine, a substance produced by the body during an allergic reaction. Decongestants are used to treat nasal congestion and other symptoms associated with colds and allergies. They work by narrowing blood vessels, leading to the clearing of nasal congestion.

Yes, several possible categories of medications used in the treatment of dystonia include anticholinergics, benzodiazepines, baclofen, and dopaminergic.

There are now more than 100 medications that are used to treat arthritis. However, the most widely used are painkillers. There are also patients who undergo

There are a number of medications for the treatment of people with bipolar disorder, among them a group of medications called mood stabilizers. These include lithium and divalproex and possibly some other anticonvulsants and atypical antipsychotic drugs. The therapeutic strategy is to treat acute manic episodes and then continue long-term administration to prevent episode recurrence. These medications seem to be somewhat less effective than antidepressants in treating acute depressive episodes.

There are several medications available for managing Parkinson's Disease. These are used alone and in combination. These medications include Eldepryl1 Capsules, 5mg (selegiline hydrochloride), Sinemet2 (levodopa/carbidopa), dopamine agonists including Parlodel3 (bromocriptine mesylate) and Permax4 (pergolide mesylate) and others.

Two of the cornerstones of treating influenza are vaccines and antivirals. Vaccines cause antibodies to develop in the body, and the antibodies provide protection. To date, there is no vaccine for the H5N1 virus because the virus has not adapted to human to human transmission. It is estimated that if human to human transmission occurs, it will take up to six months to develop an effective vaccine.