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Stimulants are the most commonly prescribed medications for ADHD — and for good reason. They're fast-acting, widely studied, and highly effective at helping people focus, follow through, and feel more in control. But they’re not one-size-fits-all. For some, stimulants are life-changing; for others, they can be jittery, short-lived, or not quite right.
Adderall
Adderall is made of mixed amphetamine salts, mainly dextroamphetamine and levoamphetamine. These stimulants boost dopamine and norepinephrine to improve focus and attention.
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Ritalin
Ritalin contains methylphenidate, a stimulant that boosts dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain to help improve focus, attention, and impulse control.
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Concerta
Concerta contains methylphenidate in an extended-release form, helping increase dopamine and norepinephrine to improve focus and attention over a longer period.
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DEXAM
Dexamphetamine is a stimulant medication that increases dopamine and norepinephrine levels to improve focus, attention, and reduce impulsivity.
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Vyvanse
Vyvanse contains lisdexamfetamine, a stimulant prodrug that converts to dextroamphetamine in the body, helping to increase focus and control impulsivity in ADHD.
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Focalin
Focalin contains dexmethylphenidate, a stimulant medication that increases dopamine and norepinephrine to improve focus, attention, and impulse control in ADHD.
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Modafinil
Modafinil is a wakefulness-promoting agent often used to treat narcolepsy and excessive daytime sleepiness. It can enhance focus and alertness, sometimes used off-label for ADHD.
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