Exam 2 v1: NSG552 / NSG 552 (Latest
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What are ADHD stimulant medications?
Methylphenidate (Ritalin);
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin);
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall);
Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
1st line stimulant;
Don't give with preexisting heart disease
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Mechanism of Action
Boosts DE, NE, SA
What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 6 and up?
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Signs and Symptoms
Loss of appetite;
, Exam 2 v1: NSG552 / NSG 552 (Latest
Update) Psychopharmacology | Questions and
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Headache;
Insomnia;
Weight loss;
Stomachache
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) short acting hours
3-4 hours
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) long acting hours
8-10 hours
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) monitoring
Height, weight, blood pressure quaterly
What can Methylphenidate (Ritalin) restrict?
Height and weight
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin)
Stimulant medication that may be good for kids with bad side effects from Ritalin
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Update) Psychopharmacology | Questions and
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Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) short acting hours
4-6 hours
What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 3 and up?
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin)
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) Side Effects
Loss of appetite;
Headache;
Insomnia;
Weight loss;
Stomachache;
Increased blood pressure;
Tics;
Psychosis
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) short acting hours
4-6 hours
Update) Psychopharmacology | Questions and
Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A -
Wilkes
What are ADHD stimulant medications?
Methylphenidate (Ritalin);
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin);
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall);
Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
1st line stimulant;
Don't give with preexisting heart disease
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Mechanism of Action
Boosts DE, NE, SA
What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 6 and up?
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Signs and Symptoms
Loss of appetite;
, Exam 2 v1: NSG552 / NSG 552 (Latest
Update) Psychopharmacology | Questions and
Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A -
Wilkes
Headache;
Insomnia;
Weight loss;
Stomachache
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) short acting hours
3-4 hours
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) long acting hours
8-10 hours
Methylphenidate (Ritalin) monitoring
Height, weight, blood pressure quaterly
What can Methylphenidate (Ritalin) restrict?
Height and weight
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin)
Stimulant medication that may be good for kids with bad side effects from Ritalin
, Exam 2 v1: NSG552 / NSG 552 (Latest
Update) Psychopharmacology | Questions and
Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A -
Wilkes
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) short acting hours
4-6 hours
What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 3 and up?
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin)
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) Side Effects
Loss of appetite;
Headache;
Insomnia;
Weight loss;
Stomachache;
Increased blood pressure;
Tics;
Psychosis
Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) short acting hours
4-6 hours
