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ADD/ADHD Medications Flashcards

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First line agents for ADHD that have the greatest efficacy and tolerable side effects

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stimulants

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Generic names or different forms of methylphendiate

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ritalin, Concerta, Metadate

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Generic names or diffferent forms of dextroamphetamine

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Adderall

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Favored dosing strategy for stimulant therapy due to convenience and diminished rebound side effects

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once a day sustained release preparations

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A prodrug of amphetamine with extended release dosing that was recently approved for ADHD

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lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)

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Second line agents for children and adolescents ?with ADHD

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atomexetine (Stratera), Bupropion (Wellbutrin), Venlafaxine (Effexor)

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At what age can children be prescribed pharmacotherapy for ADHD?

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6 years

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Most common side effects of amphetamine salts

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decreased appetite, insomnia, headache

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How often should children prescribe stimulants have their height, weight, BP, and pulse checked?

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quarterly

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Integral part of the psychotherapeutic interventions for ADHD

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parental training

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CI to stimulant therapy

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those with CV symptoms or positive family h/o of heart disease, seizures, tourette’s, anxiety

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Who do preschool children need to be evaluated by for ADHD?

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behavioral health specialist

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initial dose of methylphenidate SR (Ritalin)

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20mg

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initial dose of methylphenidate LA (Ritalin LA)

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10mg

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Initial dose of methphenidate ER (Concerta)

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18mg

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Dose titration for methylphenidate SR (Ritalin)

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20mg per day every 3-7 days

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Dose titration for methylphenidate LA (Ritalin LA)

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10mg per dose every 3-7 days

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Dose titration for methlyphenidate ER (Concerta)

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9-18mg per dose every 3-7 days

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Maximum doses for Ritalin and Ritalin LA

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less than 50kg: 60mg

greater than 50kg: 100mg

20
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Maximum doses for Concerta

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less than 13 yrs: 54mg

greater than 13 yrs: 72mg

21
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Black box warning for Strattera (Atomoxetine)

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increased risk of suicide

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