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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder · ICD-10: F90.9
Symptoms
- • Not being able to focus (inattention)
- • Being extremely active (hyperactivity)
- • Not being able to control behavior (impulsivity)
- • Not paying attention to details, careless mistakes
- • Not listening when spoken to directly
- • Not following through on instructions
- • Problems organizing tasks
Drugs and regimens
Atomoxetine⚠ Unverified
ADHD — children <70 kg: start 0.5 mg/kg/day
Atomoxetine⚠ Unverified
ADHD — children <70 kg: target 1.2 mg/kg/day
Atomoxetine⚠ Unverified
ADHD — ≥70 kg and adults: start 40 mg, target 80
Dexmethylphenidate⚠ Unverified
ADHD (≥6 y), new to methylphenidate — 2.5 mg twice daily 4 h apart; up to 10 mg twice daily
Guanfacine extended-release⚠ Unverified
ADHD age 6–17 — start 1 mg daily, target 0.05–0.12 mg/kg
Lisdexamfetamine⚠ Unverified
ADHD — ≥6 y: start 30 mg every morning (up to 70 mg)
Methylphenidate⚠ Unverified
ADHD — ≥6 years: start 5 mg twice daily
Methylphenidate⚠ Unverified
Adults — usually 20–30 mg daily in 2–3 doses
Viloxazine⚠ Unverified
ADHD, children 6–11 y — start 100 mg once daily; +100 mg weekly to max 400 mg
Viloxazine⚠ Unverified
ADHD, adolescents 12–17 y — start 200 mg; after 1 week up to 400 mg
Viloxazine⚠ Unverified
ADHD, adults — start 200 mg; +200 mg weekly to max 600 mg