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| What is the average age of diagnosis for ADHD? |
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| Brain area deficits in ADHD? |
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| Prefrontal cortex, anterior cingulate cortex, ventral striatal region |
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| How long does hyperactivity have to persist for diagnosis of ADHD? |
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| In how many settings does the child have to display symptoms to be diagnosed w/ ADHD? |
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| Before what age do symptoms have to develop in order for pt. to qualify as having ADHD? |
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| Three core symptoms of ADHD? |
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| Hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention |
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| Which dietary supplement may be helpful as an adjunct for ADHD treatment? |
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| Omega-3 fatty acids (FDA- approved supplement = Vayarin) |
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| Blocks dopamine transporters (minimal effect on NE) |
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| Which stimulant med is older? |
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| Stimulate release of DA, NE (and 5HT at high doses) |
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| Which stimulant med should be prescribed for a child w/ ADHD between 3 and 6 y.o.? |
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| Amphetamine IR (ER and methylphenidate only approved > 6y.o.) |
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| Can methylphenidate Immediate Release be crushed or split? |
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| What is the brand name for transdermal methylphenidate patch? |
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| should amphetamine be taken w/ orange juice? |
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| No; vitamin C blocks absorption |
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| Which stimulant has the highest potential for abuse due to the feeling of euphoria it illicits? |
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| Methamphetamine salts (Adderall) |
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| Which stimulant is a prodrug that gets converted in the gut (lowest risk for abuse)? |
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| Selectively inhibits NE reuptake |
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| How long is the onset of atomoxetine? |
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| Rare/serious adverse fx of atomoxetine? |
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| MI, hepatotoxicity, priapism |
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| Examples of alpha-2 agonists? |
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| Inhibit presynaptic NE release & increase blood flow to prefrontal cortex |
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| What wake-promoting stimulant is not FDA approved for ADHD due to risk of SJS? |
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| Stimulant drug interactions? |
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Methylphenidate & amphetamine- MAOis
Methylphenidate- TCAs
Amphetamine- 2D6 inhibitors like paroxetine |
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| Drug interactions of alpha-2 agonists? |
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