Medications

adhd.tex

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 comorbidities and family stressors, when combined with medication.
 \end{frame}
 
+\subsection{Medications}
+\begin{frame}{Medications}
+Presynaptic dopaminergic agonists, \textit{aka} psychostimulant medications
+
+\begin{itemize}
+    \item Methylphenidate
+    \item Dexmethylphenidate
+    \item Dextroamphetamine
+    \item Mixed amphetamine salts
+    \item Atomoxetine
+    \item Tricyclic antidepressants
+    \item $\alpha$-agonists
+\end{itemize}
+
+Careful monitoring
+\end{frame}
+
+\begin{frame}{Drawbacks}
+\begin{itemize}
+    \item Not always sufficient, particularly with multiple psychiatric
+        disorders or stressed home environments
+    \item Increased risk of cardiovascular events
+\end{itemize}
+\end{frame}
+
 \section{Prognosis}
 \begin{frame}{Prognosis}
 Often persistent