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ADHD Treatment With Abilify

Abilify is the brand name for aripiprazole. It is an antipsychotic drug used to balance particular chemicals in the brain. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is a neurobehavioral disorder resulting in hyperactivity and difficulty paying attention.

  1. Treatment

    • Abilify is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a treatment for ADHD at this time.

    ADHD Medication

    • Common medications listed by brand name used to treat ADHD include Adderall, Concerta, Dexedrine, Ritalin, Strattera, and Vyvanse.

    Research

    • Abilify's applications in treating ADHD are currently being researched. A study complete in May, 2009 by Tramontina et al. showed, "No significant treatment effect in ADHD symptoms was observed."

    Approved Usage

    • Abilify is used to treat mood and mental disorders such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, aggression and agitation.

    Warning

    • Abilify comes with extensive warnings regarding side-effects, precautions and interactions.

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