We hear a lot of buzz on ADHD treatments, but is there such thing as the "best medication for ADHD?" Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD is a disorder seen in kids, usually around early pre-school years. Symptoms of ADHD include hyperactivity, impulsiveness and distractibility.
Studies show that boys are most likely to have ADHD than girls. The cause of which, until this day, has remained a mystery in the science world. Genetics would be the easiest way out if no cause has been given for a particular disease yet. Others say that there are much lower levels of brain chemicals present in some children which in turn causes ADHD.
The search is still on for the best medication for ADHD. Here are some of the treatments available to battle ADHD.
Stimulants These are the most commonly prescribed medication for the treatment of ADHD. These work by concentrating on increasing the activity of the nervous system. Effects of these stimulants include combating fatigue, improves attention focus and alertness. Methylpenidate would be the most popular stimulant given by doctors. There are some stimulants that you can take only once a day, and there are those that you need to take 2-3x a day.
Some side effects of taking stimulants include nervousness, insomnia, loss of appetite, headache, upset stomach and depression.
Non-stimulants There are other medications used to treat ADHD which are not exactly geared towards treating the disorder. However, since there are studies which show that ADHD has been treated using these medications, it has been recognized by medical doctors. The most popular of non-stimulants would be atomoxetine. It boosts the level of a brain chemical called norepinephrine.
Side effects seen upon taking these non-stimulants are sleepiness, headache, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, and irritability.
"Off-labels" The term "off-labels" pertain to the use of medications whose purpose is to treat other diseases and not ADHD. These, however, should only be considered when stimulants or non-stimulants are not available. Some examples would be medicines for high blood pressure treatment, and antidepressants.
Homeopathic Remedies "Homeopathy" is a form of alternative medicine, creating heavily diluted preparations using various ingredients to treat a particular disease or condition. These ingredients are diluted through succussing (or shaking) as there is a belief that shaking increases the efficacy of the treatment. A homeopathic remedy would be a safe way to effectively help in the treatment of ADHD because it uses a fusion of various herbs and plant extracts.
Hyoscyamus, Tuberculinum, Arsen iod and Verta alb are some of the herbs and plant extracts that are used in the treatment of ADHD. When all these ingredients are combined, it creates an effective, and at the same time, holistic way to battle ADHD.
I've actually found this homeopathic medicine that fights the symptoms of ADHD the natural way. It comes in small, pleasant-tasting tables that kids can either chew or dissolve in their mouths. This remedy calms hyperactive children, improves concentration and reduces impulsiveness as just part of its wonderful benefits.
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