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How does lamitrogine help in adhd inattentive pt taking concerta 36mg?

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Dr. Ronda Weinstock answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Stability: Adding the medication helps stabilize the moods os a patient. The ups & downs even out. Sometimes this can be very helpful to such patients.

Dr Johnston agreed

Answered 3/18/2017

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