    Menopause and ADD Meds
Q:
"On some days, my stimulant medication works wonders. On others, it has almost no effect. Could this have anything to do with the fact that I'm going through menopause?"
A:
Fluctuating hormones sometimes affect the action of ADHD meds. That may be the case if the variable effect of your medication seems to follow a monthly pattern. Otherwise, you might simply be taking too low a dose. Consult your doctor.
Patricia Quinn, M.D. is a developmental pediatrician in Washington D.C. She is also a co-author of Understanding Women with AD/HD, and co-founder of the National Center for Gender Issues and ADHD.
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