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Treatment For ADHD Psychosocial therapy is the primary treatment for add. These medications include stimulants like methylphenidate and amphetamine, and non-stimulants like atomoxetine and clonidine, guanfacine and viloxazine. The use of stimulants are not recommended for patients with active substance abuse problems but they are a possibility for those who are in stable remission. Combination treatment with antidepressants (particularly SSRIs) is also an option. treating adult add boost the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in brain synapses. This helps improve concentration and decreases hyperactivity and impulsivity. The majority of doctors prescribe stimulant medication to treat ADHD. They may recommend methylphenidate (Concerta, Ritalin) or amphetamines, which are similar medications. The type of medicine prescribed depends on the biochemistry of each patient and how they react to it. It could take up to seven days for the full effects of a medication to become apparent. The medication will be effective for you if you notice improvement in memory, concentration sleep, and impulsivity. Medications in this class can cause side effects, such as diminished appetite and trouble sleeping, and may raise blood pressure and heart rate. People suffering from medical conditions, such as heart disease or high blood pressure, shouldn't take these medications. These are highly controlled drugs with the potential for misuse. Only psychiatrists or pediatricians or, in some instances general practitioners, are able to prescribe stimulants. You can get them in the form of pills, tablets, patches that go on the skin or in liquids. Children and adolescents who are dependent on stimulants are often affected by weight loss and a lack of appetite. If the dosage is excessive, they could also develop tics. If this happens, the doctor may reduce the dosage to avoid the drug from causing a worsening of symptoms. Stimulant medicines are used for about 70% to 80% of children and adults with ADHD. A majority of children and young adults find that their symptoms improve when they receive treatment. This is particularly the case for children who have parents, teachers or caregivers who report improvements. Early use of stimulants could reduce the risk of developing drug use disorders later in life. Wilens and colleagues79,80, Katusic and colleagues81,82 and Biederman and colleagues83 discovered that treatment with stimulants decreases the risk of developing substance use disorders in adolescence, but that this protective effect wanes in the early years of adulthood.