More ADD/ADHD Stimulant Medications
In addition to methylphenidates, there are several other families of stimulant medications that treat ADD/ADHD.
Dextro-Methylphenidate
Focalin: brand name; tablet; lasts four hours; immediate release; comes in 2.5, 5, 10 mg dosages
Focalin XR: brand name; capsule; lasts eight hours; immediate release followed by second delayed release; comes in 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 40 mg dosages
Dextro-Amphetamine
Generic; tablet; immediate release; lasts four hours; comes in 5, 10 mg dosages
Dexedrine Spansule: brand name; capsule; immediate release followed by gradual release; lasts eight hours; comes in 5, 10, 15 mg dosages
ProCentra: brand name; liquid; immediate release; lasts four hours; comes in 5 mg/tsp dosage
Modified Amphetamine Mixture
Adderall: brand name; tablet; immediate release; lasts four hours; comes in 5, 7.5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 30 mg dosages
Adderall XR: brand name; capsule; immediate and delayed release; lasts eight hours; comes in 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 mg dosages
Vyvanse: brand name; capsule; lasts 10 to 12 hours; comes in 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70 mg dosages
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