Research Notes on ADHD Stimulants and Heart Risk
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Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder should receive a cardiac evaluation before starting treatment with stimulants. About 2.5 million children in the U.S. are on medications like Adderall, Ritalin, Strattera and Concerta.
Top Resources on ADHD Stimulants and Heart Risk
- CNN: Kids With ADHD Need Heart Tests Before Taking Drugs-Group (April 21, 2008)
- MedHeadlines: ADHD Treatment Comes With Heart Risk (April 22, 2008)
- WallStreet Journal: New Guidelines Urge Heart Tests Before Kids Take ADHD Drugs (April 22, 2008)
- U.S. News: Cardiac Screening Recommended for Kids Taking Stimulants for ADHD (April 21, 2008)
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