October 5, 2007 – Wayne C. Jones MD

Is Benadryl addictive? How can you wean off of it? Can it cause gastrointestinal problems?

Addiction means continued use in spite of negative consequences. In this sense Benadryl addiction is not known to be a common problem. Since it can cause weird reactions at high doses I guess that is possible. People who abuse downers are usually trying to be somewhat emotionally “numb” – so […]

ADHD Q&A

I am a 40 year old woman who has finally decided to do something about my ADHD. A psychiatrist has prescribed Vyvanse, but I haven't filled the prescription because of side- effect concerns.

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. […]