[connectthedots]

dexadrine has been effective for ADD for decades. The only problem with it is that it is available in a generic form and very inexpensive. Same for a few other ADD drugs.

[goonie4life9]

Perhaps if the libbies did not want a quick fix to everything they deem a problem, we would not have this problem. Good old behavior modification works wonders, but it does not zone the kid out, making him more susceptible to indoctrination.

[traviskicks]

"FDA has concluded that the risk of liver failure with this drug outweighs the potential benefits,"
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Oh? What about patients and doctors? Does their opinion count for anything. Why won't our elected 'conservative' government abolish the hurtful FDA?

http://www.fdareview.org/harm.shtml

[traviskicks]

FDA tyranny alert

[hocndoc]

All I can say is "Oh, excrement!"


They've done it to us again -- how many of us have written Cylert over the years? I was adamant about procedure, including neurology consult, school diaries, etc. (Except for one or two families who couldn't afford the neuro consult.)

Let's see, Texas law makes me liable for minor's injury 2 years after majority or after they discover the injury or is it 2 years after I die?

Yep, lets make more meds over the counter, too. Well, at least I wouldn't have the liability of writing the script.

[COEXERJ145]

ADD, if it even really exists, is an over diagnosed condition used whenever a kid doesn't pay attention in class or is too active. (What kid isn't bored in school at times or isn't hyperactive?)

I remember my doctor tried to convince my parents I had ADHD because one of my teachers said I wasn't paying attention in class. (I was in fourth grade, the teacher was a witch, and couldn't teach worth a d*mn. For a kid, it was impossible to listen to her shrill, mindless dribble.) The doctor got my parents to put me on all kinds of pills which did nothing except make me so ill if I hadn't quit taking them I probably would have died or suffered serious damage to one or more organs. Thankfully I survived but still wonder what health surprises might be waiting in my future thanks to the drugs.

[TexasCajun]

It doesn't work for all, but my father dealt with my ADD with a leather belt. ...quick recovery.

[308MBR]

Some people have ADD, but about 90% have never been slapped hard enough to GET their attention.

This all came about when the welfare programs started paying families extra for kids having "problems".

"Now honey, when we're in the Dr's office, be sure to act the nut so Mama can get more money and we can sell your prescription for even more."

[SoftballMominVA]

My now 18 year old was on Cylert to treat her ADD years ago. We took her off of it after a few weeks. I hated what it did to her. Of course, Ritalin was no better, neither was Welbutrin. Adderal XR worked just 'okay'. She is now on a combo of Adderal XR and Strattera and she is very pleased with the result. Unfortunaely Strattera is associated with some problems too. So, we have to help her watch herself. But knock on wood ** This semsester has been successful and she feels happy with her results.

ADD is a very real diagnosis for her part. We are just happy that something is working to help her block out distractions. And yes, she is from a 2 parent family who provided guidelines, discipline, regular church attendance, social activities, counseling. In her case, only this combo of meds has been successful.

[Wiseghy]

Most elementary teachers will tell you, ADD is for real.

However, treatment with regular routines & patience and meditation go a long way. Also try Gingko and fish oil first.

Drugs are the last resort & even then, start of low dosages and watch for anxiety problems.