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		TARGET YOUR SEARCH TO: Expert Q&As Tools & Checklists Book Reviews in Ask The Experts Total results: 51 How Strattera Affects Your Child's Growth "Is slowed growth a side effect of the ADHD medication Strattera?”... more » Why Does My Son's Doctor Want to Take Him Off ADHD Medication? "My 21-year-old son's ADHD medication is effective in treating his symptoms. But his doctor wants... more » Can I Request a Higher Dose of My ADHD Medicine? "I think I need a higher dose of the stimulant I take for ADHD. Can... more » My ADHD Son Has Been Giving Adderall to Friends "My attention deficit 17-year-old has been giving his Adderall to friends, and I worry that... more » Mixing Medications: Stimulants and Nonstimulants "My son was prescribed Strattera. We didn't see much effect so our doctor prescribed a... more » Mixing Medications: Over-the-Counter and Stimulants "My child takes medication for ADHD. Is it safe to give her over-the-counter medications for... more » Mixing Medications: Valium and ADHD Stimulants "My daughter will have surgery soon and the surgeon prescribed Valium for the day of... more » Differences in Stimulant Medications "What are the differences among various brands and forms of stimulant medications?"... more » When ADHD Medicine Is Ineffective "We've tried every ADHD medication on the market, but every three weeks it loses its... more » Accidental Overdose "What if I accidentally took two of my long-acting stimulant capsules?"... more » Stimulant Medications Not Working I've tried three different stimulant medications for ADHD and none has had any effect. Why... more » Roadblock at the Pharmacy My son’s doctor recently increased his Daytrana patch dose from 20 mg. to 30 mg... more » Skipping Doses Can Be Dangerous for Some ADHD Adults My 20-year-old daughter, who has ADHD, skips her Strattera dose on weekends. She assured me... more » Treating Inattentive ADHD My daughter was diagnosed with inattentive ADD, and her doctor prescribed a stimulant. Her attention... more » Strattera: What You Need to Know Dr. Larry Silver explains what doctors know about the non-stimulant treatment... more » What to Know About the New ADHD Med "I read about a new long-acting, nonstimulant ADHD medication. Can you tell me more?"... more » New Treatment Available Soon "What can you tell me about Vyvanse, the new stimulant medication?"... more » Quick Tip for Using the Daytrana Patch "My son's doctor prescribed the stimulant patch, Daytrana. I find it difficult to peel off... more » Daytrana Skin Patch "Why is the Daytrana skin patch considered less likely to be abused than pills? And... more » Daytrana Side Effects "How does the Daytrana skin patch work? What side effects does it cause?"... more » When Strattera Isn't Enough "My son's doctor suggests a small dose of a stimulant in addition to his Strattera... more » How Meds Affect Personality "Will I think different thoughts or lose my sense of humor by taking a stimulant?"... more » Long-Term Effects of Stimulants "My 11-year-old has been taking a stimulant for two years. How much longer should he... more » Icy Extremities "Our son has had extremely cold hands and feet since he began taking Strattera. Is... more » Increased Appetite "Do stimulants ever cause an increase in appetite? My son has gained weight since he... more » Meds and Migraines "Can ADHD cause migraine headaches?"... more » Ending a Long-Term Drug Treatment "I've been taking Dexedrine since being diagnosed with ADD nine years ago. Will I be... more » Stimulant Addiction "My 16-year-old says he needs two or three times his prescribed dose to stay awake... more » Remembering Medications "I am a 26-year-old diabetic with ADD. How can I learn not to forget my... more » How Much Ritalin Is Enough? "I'm 39 and started taking Ritalin 2 weeks ago. How do I find the right... more » Signs of Adderall Addiction "Am I addicted to my medication?" ... more » Vitamins & Stimulants: A Bad Interaction? "I heard recently that vitamin supplements interact with stimulant medication. Is that true?"... more » Strattera for Comorbidities "My son suffers from ADHD and anxiety. His doctor prescribed Strattera. Is this the best... more » Desoxyn "Can Desoxyn be used to treat ADD?"... more » Questions About Concerta. Your questions about Concerta, answered... more » Too Much Medication? Or the Wrong Kind? "My medication no longer works. I've had to escalate the dose, but feel like a... more » Mixing Medication with Alcohol "Should I refrain from taking my ADD medication on days I plan to drink alcohol?"... more » ADHD Medication and Smoking "I have been taking stimulant since last year, and notice an increased desire to smoke."... more » Pushing Antidepressants "Some of the physicians I've seen have tried to force antidepressants on me, despite an... more » O.K. to Donate Blood "I recently started taking a short-acting stimulant. Am I still allowed to donate blood?" ... more » Medication Switcheroo "After only two doses of a long-acting stimulant, I felt like a new person. I... more » Poor Prescriptions "I've tried various drugs to treat my ADHD, but they all seem to put me... more » Foods That Interfere "Fatty foods seem to lessen the effects of my stimulant medication. Do you know of... more » Long-Term Concerta Use "Is it true that long-term use of Concerta can cause 'burnout' of the adrenal glands?"... more » Meds During Pregnancy "Can pregnant women take modafinil, which the FDA may soon approve for treatment of AD/HD?"... more » Dry Mouth as a Side Effect "My stimulant gives me dry mouth, and I've had many cavities in recent years. Could... more » Understanding Meds "Are different medications prescribed for ADD and AD/HD? My doctor prescribed Adderall, but I'm not... more » Stimulant Drug Interactions "Is it safe to take a stimulant while being treated for high cholesterol and blood... more » Stimulants: Short-Term Fix? Or Lifelong Drug? "Are stimulants generally taken for just a short period, or will I take this pill... more » Are Dosages Based on Weight? "If AD/HD medication dosages aren't calculated by weight, why did my doctor weigh me before... more » False Positive on Drug Test "My daughter was turned down for a job after she tested positive for amphetamines. She... more »		Free Gift with Sign Up Adult ADHD Managing your time, money, career & relationships Success at School Keep kids learning! Tips for parents and teachers Parenting ADD/LD Kids Strategies for behavior, nutrition, friends & more

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