Methamphetamine is a psychostimulant that falls under the amphetamine group of sympathomimetic amines. In the brain, it triggers the release of norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin, thus increasing alertness and energy. It is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactive disorder. Methamphetamine is considered a highly addictive drug; hence it is a scheduled drug in most countries.
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What is the treatment available for adult ADHD?
Query: Hello doctor, I am just curious here. I fully believe I have adult ADHD, and being that I was diagnosed at 11 with it, would this help my case for medication with a psych? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Both adult and childhood ADHD needs to be treated with medicines. Three medicines are the first line drugs used to treat ADHD namely Methamphetamine (Adderal), Methylphenidate (Concerta) and Atomoxetine (Strattera). The former two drugs are more effective in treating hy... Read Full »