Vyvanse is a new delivery system for a medication we have used for 70 years. Extra precaution needs to be taken with CV issues like Mitral Valve Prolapse. I’m not aware of a specific study with MVP, but a study was done at Harvard of patients with ADHD and high blood pressure. […]
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I have many patients who do great on 60-90 mg of Adderall per day and have for up to 13 years. Anybody like yourself who is not doing well needs to make changes. You need to start with a re-evaluation with a physician. One simple option may be to […]
I have just posted an article on preschoolers and ADHD: test.askdrjones.com/2007/09/06/behavioral-treatment-for-adhd-in-preschoolers/ Most research in preschoolers is with methylphenidate even though it is only FDA approved down to the age of 6. The patch works fine if cut in half. Be aware that after six weeks of daily use blood levels […]
Brain functioning is genetically variable (polymorphic) and has plasticity – adaptability to conditions and experience. When you learn a new skill or habit – at any age (though easier when in childhood) it changes your brain. Neurons establish new connections. Connections are strengthened – more receptors and nerve impulses are […]
A study of 3,000 randomly selected kids ages 8-15 was funded by the National Institute of Health (with no pharmaceutical company support). The main author was Tanya Froehlich, a developmental behavior pediatrician. The study was published in Archives of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Sept 07. Originally the objective was to […]
ADHD is a personality type that is determined mainly by genetics. Survival of the group is enhanced by variability of its members. We wouldn’t want everyone to be the same. Ancient tribes for example, needed a look-out person who could patiently maintain watch in case something happened. That wouldn’t be an […]
Vyvanse, the new ADHD medicine, has a unique prodrug delivery system developed to prevent abuse. In addition to marked reduced abuse and misuse, studies have shown other major advantages over Adderall XR – the most prescribed medication for ADHD. Vyvanse has been found to be more consistent in its effect, more […]
Most of my ADHD patients do well and many if not most like being ADHD. There are some who haven’t found the "right medication(s)", but there are frequently new medications that become available. Within 4-8 weeks we will have Vyvanse, a new form of Dexedrine that has research benefit higher than […]
ADHD and to a lesser extent anxiety disorders are frequently unrecognized and untreated. As a result millions of adults in the U.S. have a reduced quality of life and chronic stress symptoms that gradually take their toll on physical health. Adults who have mood and anxiety disorders can also be ADHD. […]
ADDERALL XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine) ADDERALL XR is a mixed salt amphetamine approved by the FDA for treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Mixed salt amphetamines have been studied and used clinically to treat ADHD since the 1930’s. Amphetamines, as a class of stimulants, increase activity of the brain’s natural stimulants, Dopamine […]