Articles for tag: Concerta, Vyvanse

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Side Effects of ADHD Stimulant Medications

Stimulants such as Concerta, Adderall, and Vyvanse may be the answer to the prayers of a parent with an ADHD child when it comes to focus and attention, but the side effects that they introduce can be just as concerning until you figure out how to manage them. Having three children diagnosed with some form ...

Treating ADHD: Vyvanse Versus Concerta XR

In 2007, the FDA approved Vyvanse in the management of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD, in children. For many children, this approval marks the change from one classification of stimulant to another classification of stimulant, often producing a completely different set of reactions and side effects. As the parent of a teenager who suffers from ...

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How Safe is Vyvanse for Treating ADHD?

Developed by New River Pharmaceuticals (now known as Shire Pharmaceuticals), Vyvanse is a commonly prescribed drug in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADHD, in patients as young as six years of age. Just how safe and effective is Vyvanse at treating this disorder, and do the possible side effects and ...