New ADHD Medication in Patch Form
New meds for ADHD are always being developed.
One of the newer drugs is in patch form.
The patch is water resistant, and can be used by people who cannot swallow a pill, such as children.
It is also convenient for parents who need an extended release form for the kids at school.
With the patch the school would not have to administer any medications.
Methylphenidate (amphetamine), a controlled substance is the medication used for the patch.
This new ADHD medication is the same stimulant that is used in Ritalin, Concerta and Focalin.
The drug is time released and delivered more slowly than pills.
The medication in the patch passes through the skin and into the bloodstream instead of the digestive system.
The patch does have the same side effects such as no appetite, trouble falling asleep, headaches, stomachache and tics, skin irritation or rash where the patch is placed on the body.
Some drugs marketed for other causes are trying to be passed off as a new drug for ADHD when in reality they have been on the market for years and for treating a completely different condition.
The question is "Do we really need another new ADHD medication"? Especially since the thought now among ADHD experts is that ADHD does not get better as the patient gets older.
ADHD in adults is growing and they experience a higher rate of unemployment, divorce, drug abuse.
With all the controversy relating to new meds for ADHD why not try something that has been just as effective and without all the problems associated with pharmacy medications.
Why are we so quick to jump on the prescription route? Alternatives medicines might be your answer if you are looking for something else besides a prescription drug that can cause dependency.
One of the newer drugs is in patch form.
The patch is water resistant, and can be used by people who cannot swallow a pill, such as children.
It is also convenient for parents who need an extended release form for the kids at school.
With the patch the school would not have to administer any medications.
Methylphenidate (amphetamine), a controlled substance is the medication used for the patch.
This new ADHD medication is the same stimulant that is used in Ritalin, Concerta and Focalin.
The drug is time released and delivered more slowly than pills.
The medication in the patch passes through the skin and into the bloodstream instead of the digestive system.
The patch does have the same side effects such as no appetite, trouble falling asleep, headaches, stomachache and tics, skin irritation or rash where the patch is placed on the body.
Some drugs marketed for other causes are trying to be passed off as a new drug for ADHD when in reality they have been on the market for years and for treating a completely different condition.
The question is "Do we really need another new ADHD medication"? Especially since the thought now among ADHD experts is that ADHD does not get better as the patient gets older.
ADHD in adults is growing and they experience a higher rate of unemployment, divorce, drug abuse.
With all the controversy relating to new meds for ADHD why not try something that has been just as effective and without all the problems associated with pharmacy medications.
Why are we so quick to jump on the prescription route? Alternatives medicines might be your answer if you are looking for something else besides a prescription drug that can cause dependency.
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