It appears to have fewer side effects than TCAs and to be more effective than Wellbutrin.
Below are non-stimulant medications used to treat ADHD.
Atomoxetine is in the class of medications known asselective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs).
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Studies have found that this drug improvessymptoms of ADHDand reduces oppositional and defiant behavior and anxiety.
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Tricyclic Antidepressants
Tricyclic antidepressantsmay be used off-label in the treatment of ADHD.
TCAs, like stimulants, are thought to increase the amount ofnorepinephrinein the brain.
Tricyclic antidepressants must be taken daily.
Tricyclic antidepressants may also increase the risk of seizures in patients with a history of seizure disorder.
As with all medications, the use of tricyclic antidepressants requires close monitoring and consultation with the prescribing doctor.
Prescribing medications off-label is legal and very common.
Research suggests that 21% and 32.3% of prescriptions are written for off-label use.
Like Straterra, Qelbree is also a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.
Qelbree can also cause an increase in heart rate and blood pressure.
Additionally, the medication can also activate mania, so candidates will be evaluated forbipolar disorderbefore starting the drug.
The FDA has not approved Wellbutrin to treat ADHD, but it may be prescribed off-label.
Side effects of Wellbutrinmay include:
Wellbutrin may also make some people more prone to seizures.
You should not take Wellbutrin if you have a seizure disorder, angle-closure glaucoma, or an eating disorder.
It may also increase the risk of manic, mixed, or hypomanic episodes if you have bipolar disorder.
Always tell your doctor about other medicines, supplements, or substances you are taking.
Effexor
Effexor(venlafaxine) is an antidepressant sometimes used off-label to treat ADHD.It helps withconcentrationand mood.
First, the doctor will evaluate your medical history thoroughly to recommend an ADHD medication for you.
They will adjust your doseor change the medication entirelyas needed.
As a result, doctors may prescribe people with ADHD and a history of substance misuse non-stimulants.
In rare cases, exacerbation of tics has occurred.
People taking stimulants may experience additional mental health side effects, includingdysphoria, euphoria,mania, orpsychosis.
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