The Pharmacotherapeutics of Methylphenidate and Atomoxetine for the Treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder

The most common class of drugs used to treat Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are the central nervous stimulants. These drugs stimulate specific areas of the central nervous system and aim to reverse the symptoms of ADHD. Medication for ADHD can be divided into stimulants such as methylphenidate, dexamphetamine, and lisdex amphetaminedimesylate, and non-stimulants such as atomoxetine.