ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

Question 1

Notes

Answer 1

Amphetamines= controlled drugs and substances (FDA “C”)

Question 2

Adderall XR

Answer 2

Generic name: amphetamine+dextroamphetamine
Amphetamine
Extended release capsules: 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 25mg, 30mg
Taken once daily, in early morning, with or without food
Should be swallowed with water or milk
Capsules can be opened and beads inside capsule can be sprinkled on applesauce if taken immediately (do NOT crush beads)

Question 3

Biphentin

Answer 3

Generic name: methylphenidate
Amphetamine
Extended release capsules: 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 50mg, 60mg, 80mg
Taken once daily, at breakfast
Auxiliary label: swallow whole, do not crush or chew

Question 4

Concerta

Answer 4

Generic name: methylphenidate
Amphetamine
Extended release tablets: 18mg, 27mg, 36mg, 54mg
Take once daily, in the morning, with or without food
Should be swallowed whole with water, milk, or juice
Auxiliary label: swallow whole; do not crush or chew

Question 5

Dexedrine

Answer 5

Generic name: dextroamphetamine
Amphetamine
IR (immediate release) tablets: 5mg
Spansules: (sustained release capsules): 10mg, 15mg

Question 6

Ritalin, Ritalin SR

Answer 6

Generic name: methylphenidate
Amphetamine
Tablets: 10mg, 20mg
SR tablets: 10mg
Auxiliary labels (SR tablets): swallow whole; do not crush or chew

Question 7

Strattera

Answer 7

Generic name: atomoxetine
Non-amphetamine
Capsules: 10mg, 18mg, 25mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg, 100mg
Taken once or twice daily