title: Pharmacologic treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
abstract: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is highly prevalent in children and adolescents. Highly effective pharmacological treatments are available that allow the child and the adolescent to function at his/her full potential. Various preparations of methylphenidate and amphetamines have been used for a long time in the treatment of ADHD. This article reviews these and some of the newer drugs used in the treatment of ADHD, including atomoxetine and bupropion.
authors.affiliation: Pediatrics and Human Development, Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies, Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA. Greydanus@kcms.msu.edu
authors.forename: Donald E
authors.initials: DE
authors.lastname: Greydanus
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000316:Adrenergic alpha-Agonists / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001289:Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000628:therapy; D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002648:Child; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D006801:Humans; D011613:Psychotherapy
chemical_list: D000316:Adrenergic alpha-Agonists; D000928:Antidepressive Agents; D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants