Psychostimulants for older adults
Current Psychiatry. 2012 January;11(01):23-32
January 1, 2012|Current Psychiatry
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Certain agents may improve apathy, ADHD, depression, and other conditions
Related Resources
- Kessler RC, Adler L, Ames M, et al. The World Health Organization Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS): a short screening scale for use in the general population. Psychol Med. 2005;35(2):245-256.
- Alexopoulos GS, Salzman C. Treatment of depression with heterocyclic antidepressants, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, and psychomotor stimulants. In: Salzman C, ed. Clinical geriatric psychopharmacology. Baltimore, MD: Williams and Wilkins; 1998:184-244.
Drug Brand Names
- Bupropion • Wellbutrin, Zyban
- Citalopram • Celexa
- Dexmethylphenidate • Focalin
- Dextroamphetamine • Dexedrine
- Donepezil • Aricept
- Lisdexamfetamine • Vyvanse
- Methamphetamine • Desoxyn
- Methylphenidate • Ritalin, Concerta
- Mixed amphetamine salts • Adderall
- Warfarin • Coumadin
Disclosures
Dr. Padala receives research funding from the Department of Veterans Health Administration and the Alzheimer’s Association.
Drs. Franzen, Wetzel, and Burke report no financial relationship with any company whose products are mentioned in this article or with manufacturers of competing products.
