Dextrostat Treatment for Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

The most common mental disorder diagnosed during the developing stage in children is Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Hyperkinetic Disorder, characterized as neurobehavioural developmental disorder. 1 The diagnosis based upon observation of specific symptoms over a period of several months (However no single test diagnose ADHD 13). The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) provides a criteria for diagnosing ADHD (Published organization the American Psychiatric Association 14) 13 : A child will persistently walk, run, climb, talks or can't sit still, opposite from other children's behavior or hyperactive. A child will act impulsively without thinking first. "Inattention: A child daydreams or seems to be in another world, is sidetracked by what is going on around him or her". 2 Not all Children or adults diagnosed with ADHD will exhibit all the classic symptoms. 1 In 2003, according to Centers of Disease Control and Prevention estimated 4.4 million youth ages 4 - 17 diagnosed with ADHD, and 2.5 million youths ages 4 - 17 currently receiving medication treatment for the disorder. 3 During the past decade Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder increasingly diagnosed in adults. "About 60% of children diagnosed with ADHD retain the condition as adults". Estimated one - fifth of ADHD cases attributed to a trauma toxic exposure. Around the world ADHD affects approximately five percent of the population. Speculation regarding the cause of ADHD include a genetic or hereditary problem, at least according to twenty genetic studies (Evidence largely inherited 13), attributing to three quarters of the total ADHD population. 1 Behavioral therapy and medications is effective treating Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. "If untreated, the disorder can have long - term adverse effects into adolescence and adulthood". 2

Available treat Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and FDA approved Dextrostat (Generic Name: Dextroamphetamine & Brand Name: Dexedrine, Adderall, Desoxyn 416). Dextrostat is one of many medicines called central nervous system stimulants. The drug functions to reduce restless or overactive behavior, improve attention span, concentration and emotional control linked to ADHD, through a chemical reaction in the brain. 5 Dextrostat and other similar medications may improve symptoms of ADHD approximately 70 - 90 percent. The outcome beneficially improves self - esteem.12 Dextroamphetamine prescribed as tablet or capsule (extended - release) taken two or three times a daily (Capsule only once daily) with or without food. 11 In many communities or localities Dextroamphetamine prove more effective than previously prescribed Ritalin treatment for ADHD. 17 Also, Dextrostat treats narcolepsy (Sleep disorder - "Uncontrollable desire for sleep or sudden attacks of deep sleep". 5) and other medical conditions or situations (Medication prescribed for weight - loss in extreme cases of obesity. Dextroamphetamine given to U.S.Air Force pilots helps remain focused and alert during long missions 17). 9 When medication is taken help prevent trouble sleeping, recommended last dose each day, should be six hours before bedtime. Also, advisable the capsules or tablets be swallowed whole but not crushed or chewed. If the medication is not taken within an hour of schedule, dose may still be taken, otherwise skip dosage and go back to regular schedule. 5), available in Capsule or tablet form (In February 2001 Food and Drug Administration approved Barr Laboratories production of Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Tablets

Dextrostat can cause side effects: Skin rash or hives, uncontrolled movement of head, neck, arms and legs, chest pain, fever (high) and "false sense of well - being irritability nervousness restlessness trouble in sleeping". 5 Long - Term use of Dextrostat may cause: Increase blood pressure, mental or mood changes, dizziness or feeling faint, rapid heart- beat, weakness or unusual tiredness and difficulty breathing requiring medical attention. Less common side effects: Constipation, diarrhea, dryness of mouth or unpleasant taste, nausea or vomiting, stomach cramps, weight loss, blurred vision, and decreased sexual ability or changes in sexual desire. If the medication was taken over long period of time and depending upon the amount taken, after discontinuation patients may experience (As result of dependence 15): Stomach cramps or pain, nausea or vomiting, mental depression, and weakness or unusual tiredness. 10 Advisable patients should contact their physician before discontinuing or stop taking Dextrostat. 5 A patient's physician may recommend "drug holidays": "When the medication is stopped for a short time to observe any changes in behavior". 15 Alcohol should not be consumed while taking Dextrostat may increase drowsiness, and risk causing seizures. 5

Concerns taking Dextroamphetamine: According to Consumer Reports, when Dextroamphetamine is misused may cause sudden death or serious heart problems. When the medication is prescribed to children, advisable physicians should careful monitor for any adverse (slow) child's growth or weight gain. Also, children and teenagers with heart defects or serious heart health concerns, cautious taking Dextroamphetamine may cause sudden death. 11 Dextrostat illegal usage for improving athletic performance. 18

Dextrostat has limitations why it should not be prescribed: If the patient diagnosis includes hardening of the arteries, uncontrolled high blood pressure, anorexia, glaucoma, and overactive thyroid adverse reaction may occur. Also, patients experiencing anxiety, agitation or tension, history of substance abuse or alcohol, taking within the past fourteen days guanethidine (Antihypertensive drug 6), furazolidone (Treatment for diarrhea and enteritis 7) or monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (Antidepressant drugs for the treatment of depression 8) cause adverse reaction while taking Dextrostat. Patients should inform their doctor or pharmacist regarding any current medical conditions before taking Dextrostat, may require different form of treatment. The use of Dextrostat may cause an adverse reaction for women who are pregnant ("Mothers dependent on DextroStat have an increased risk of premature delivery and infants born are also observed to have low birth weight" 19), planning to become pregnant, breast feeding and medical conditions (men and women) or other conditions: History of thryoid problems, heart problems, seizures, growth problem, recent heart attack, allergies to medicines, foods or substances, family history of mental or mood problems, Tourette Sydrome or suicidal thoughts or attempts. 9 Dextrostat not recommended for children below three years of age. 19 Dextostat should not be taken along with other medication attributed to negative interaction. These medications include: Lithium Carbonate, chlorpromazine, glutamic acid, haloperidol, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), reserpine or sodium acid phosphate, decrease potency of Dextrostat. Adversely Dextrostat may decrease the effectiveness when taking beta - blockers, antihistamines, certain blood pressure medicines, ethosuximide or guanethidine. Risk of high blood pressure, dizziness, and decreased heart rate may increase when Furazolidone, MAOI's (eg, phenelzine) or proposyphene combined with Dextrostat. Dextrostat side effects may increase when other medications are taken: Sodium bicarbonate or thiazide diuretics, and Acetazolamide. 9

In February 2007, the Food and Drug Administration required warning labels for all ADHD medications, potential cardiovascular and psychiatric risks. 20

References:

1.) Attention - deficit hyperactivity disorder - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attention-deficit_hyperactivity_disorder

2.) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/index.shtml

3.) Attention - Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/

4.) Dextrostat - http://www.depression-guide.com/dextrostat.htm

5.) Dextrostat - http://www.diseasesatoz.com/medications/dextrostat.htm

6.) Guanethidine - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guanethidine

7.) Furazolidone - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Furazolidone

8.) Monoamine oxidase inhibitor - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monoamine_oxidase_inhibitor

9.) DextroStat - http://www.drugs.com/cdi/dextrostat.html

10.) Dextrostat - http://www.naturalessentials.com/dextrostat.htm

11.) Dextroamphetamine -

http://www.consumerreports.org/health/drug-reports/dextroamphetamine.htm

12.) Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - http://www.neurologychannel.com/adhd/medication.shtml

13.) Managing Medication for Children and Adolescents with AD/HD (WWK3) - http://www.help4adhd.org/en/treatment/medical/WWK3

14.) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diagnostic_and_Statistical_Manual_of_Mental_Disorders

15.) DEXTROSTAT ORAL USES - http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-1414-DextroStat+Oral.aspx?drugid=1414&drugname=DextroStat+Oral

16.) Barr Laboratories, Inc. Receives Approval for Genetic Dextrostat(F) Tablets - http://www.rphlink.com/barrlabdex.html

17.) Dextroamphetamine - http://www.medic8.com/medicines/Dextrostat.html

18.) DEXTROSTAT - http://www.pharmacyhealth.net/d/dextrostat-3156.htm

19.) DextroStat - http://www.health-care-information.org/drugs/DextroStat.html

20.) Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/disease/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/medications.html