Pharmacotherapeutic options for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Jarnail Singh

doi:10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20174915

Authors

Jarnail Singh Department of Pharmacology, Pt. BD Sharma UHS, Rohtak, Harayana, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20174915

Keywords:

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADHD, ADR, Stimulants, TCAs

Abstract

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the most common behavioral disorder in children, may disable the patient throughout life. Diagnosis of ADHD is based on DSM-IV-revised criteria. ADHD is a costly health problem and various drugs including stimulants, tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), bupropion, pemoline, clonidine and atomoxetine have been used to treat it. Atomoxetine and stimulants are the most commonly prescribed drugs for pediatric ADHD with similar efficacy, but serious adverse events with atomoxetine have been reported.

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Author Biography

Jarnail Singh, Department of Pharmacology, Pt. BD Sharma UHS, Rohtak, Harayana, India

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