FDA Updating ADHD Drug Labels to Include Risks of Overuse and Abuse
The FDA is adding addiction and overdose warnings to prescription stimulants, often used to treat ADHD, in order to prevent misuse and sharing with those not prescribed to take the…
Tag Archives: ADHD Drugs
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Widespread Misuse of ADHD Drugs Found Among U.S. School Students: Study
A new study finds students at schools with high rates of ADHD drug prescriptions are more likely to misuse those drugs.
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Overdiagnosis For ADHD is a Frequent Problem Among Children With Mild Symptoms: Study
A new study finds that some children with mild cases of ADHD are being overdiagnosed, which could result in treatments which cause more harm than good.
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ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment Less Likely Among Black, Asian and Hispanic Children: Study
Children of color are less likely to be properly diagnosed with ADHD and receive necessary treatment compared to white children, according to the findings of a new study.
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ADHD Drug Overdoses On The Rise Among U.S Children: Study
Researchers warn they have seen a rise in youth drug overdoses in recent years involving ADHD drugs and other stimulants.
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Some ADHD Drugs May Significantly Increase The Risk Of Psychosis: Study
Some ADHD medications may significantly increase the risk of psychosis for first time users, according to the findings of a new study.
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ADHD Drug Poison Control Calls Received for Hundreds of Children Each Week: Report
The findings of a new study warn of increasing incidents involving children and ADHD medications being report to poison control centers nationwide.
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ADHD Drug Use Increasing Among Young Women, Trend Carries Pregnancy Risks: CDC
A new CDC study warns that women of reproductive age are increasingly using ADHD drugs like Ritalin, Daytrana and Vyvanse, raising concerns about the unknown risks to unborn children.
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Daytrana, Concerta Side Effects May Increase Risk of Heart Defects With Pregnancy Use: Study
A new study warns that some ADHD drugs may increase the risk of congenital malformations in newborns when taken by expecting mothers.
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Pregnancy Use of ADHD Drugs Increases Risk Of Newborn Health Problems: Study
ADHD drug use during pregnancy may be linked to an increased risk of hospitalization, central nervous system disorders, and preterm birth, according to the findings of a new study.
