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Is There A Medicine Other Than Vyvanse For ADHD Of A 6 Year Old Child?
Hi I have a six yr old son that had adhd and vyvanse was prescribed. I am not big on medications and the doctor seemed to not care about my concerns. Is there a safer med? I have read of anger issues and depreddion and manic behavior from this drug.
Mon, 20 Jan 2014
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ADHD require behavioural modification apart from medication. If the behavioural therapy does not help, then Pharmacotherapy will be useful.
The side effect profile of anger and depression is rare. There is no cause for concern.
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak K K
Consultant Surgeon
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
ADHD require behavioural modification apart from medication. If the behavioural therapy does not help, then Pharmacotherapy will be useful.
The side effect profile of anger and depression is rare. There is no cause for concern.
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak K K
Consultant Surgeon
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