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Treatment For ADHD The most common treatments for adding are medication and psychosocial therapy (psychotherapy). These medications include stimulants like methylphenidate and amphetamine, and non-stimulants such as atomoxetine, viloxazine, guanfacine, clonidine and gu. Patients with active substance abuse issues are not advised to take stimulant medication. However, those in stable remission can take them into consideration. Combination therapy with antidepressants, particularly SSRIs, is an alternative option. Stimulants Stimulants boost the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in brain synapses. This improves concentration and reduces hyperactivity and impulsivity. Most doctors prescribe medications from the stimulant class to treat ADHD. They may prescribe methylphenidate (Concerta, Ritalin) or amphetamines which are similar medications. The type of medicine prescribed depends on the biochemistry of each person and how they respond to it. It can take up to seven days for full effects of a drug to become apparent. The medicine will work when you notice improvements in concentration, memory, sleep, and impulsivity. Some of the side effects can include a decrease in appetite, trouble sleeping and an increase in blood pressure and heart rate. People suffering from medical conditions, like heart disease or high blood pressure, should not use them. They are highly prone for abuse and are tightly controlled drugs. Only iampsychiatry , psychiatrists or neurologists, and in certain situations general practitioners can prescribe them. They are available in the form of pills or tablets, a patch that goes on the skin, or in liquids. Children and adolescents who are dependent on stimulants are often afflicted by weight loss and eating disorders. If the dosage is excessive, they could also develop symptoms of tics. In this instance, the doctor will reduce the dose to prevent the symptoms from getting worse. Stimulant medicines are used for around 70 to 80 percent of adults and children with ADHD. The majority of adolescents and children find that their symptoms get better when treated. This is especially relevant for children with teachers, parents, or carers who can report improvements. The early use of stimulants can reduce the risk of developing substance use disorders in later life. Wilens and colleagues79,80 Katusic and colleagues81,82 and Biederman et al83 found that treatment with stimulants decreases the risk of developing substance use disorders in adolescence, but the protective effect diminishes in the early years of adulthood.