Decision 3: How can I decide which ADHD medication to prescribe first?
Treating a patient with ADHD is a complex and nuanced process. This 7-part guide highlights key considerations and decisions clinicians face along the way.
MEDICATION CHART: What are the similarities and differences between the most commonly prescribed ADHD medications?
A: This chart presents the most popular and most commonly prescribed medications used to treat ADHD in children and adults… | Keep reading on ADDitude »
METHYLPHENIDATE: How effective is methylphenidate in the treatment of ADHD?
Dosing and uses, interactions, adverse effects, warnings, administration, images, and more. | See medication information on Medscape »
AMPHETAMINE: How effective is amphetamine/dextroamphetamine in the treatment of ADHD?
Dosing and uses, interactions, adverse effects, warnings, administration, images, and more. | See medication information on Medscape »
DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE: How effective is dexmethylphenidate in the treatment of ADHD?
Dosing and uses, interactions, adverse effects, warnings, administration, images, and more. | See medication information on Medscape »
LISDEXAMFETAMINE: How effective is lisdexamfetamine in the treatment of ADHD?
Dosing and uses, interactions, adverse effects, warnings, administration, images, and more. | See medication information on Medscape »
ATOMOXETINE: How effective is atomoxetine in the treatment of ADHD?
Dosing and uses, interactions, adverse effects, warnings, administration, images, and more. | See medication information on Medscape »
RELATED RESOURCES
Pills and Beyond: A Guide to the Formulations and Delivery Options of ADHD Medication
Expert Webinar with Laurie Dupar, PMHNP, RN, PCC | Listen now on ADDitude »
Medication Management: How to Use and Adjust Stimulants Safely
Expert Webinar with William Dodson, M.D., LF-APA | Listen now on ADDitude »
7-Week Guide to Treating ADHD, from Medscape x MDedge x ADDitude:
DECISION 1: What should I consider to develop a comprehensive ADHD treatment plan?
DECISION 2: What medications and other approaches should I turn to as first-line treatments for ADHD?
> DECISION 3: How can I decide which ADHD medication to prescribe first?
DECISION 4: What challenges and side effects should I anticipate from ADHD medications, and how should I address them?
DECISION 5: How can I improve treatment outcomes for patients with ADHD and comorbid diagnoses?
DECISION 6: What dietary, behavioral, or other complementary interventions should I recommend to patients with ADHD?
DECISION 7: How should I follow up with patients with ADHD, and what should we discuss during these checkups?
