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Are any adhd medications non addictive and if so which ones?
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ADHD medications: None of the adhd medications are addictive. On the contrary, they do help t fight addiction. Examples of good adhd medications: amphetamines and metaphetamines
Answered 8/20/2016
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ADHD Meds: There is some addiction potential, but doses used for ADHD low and overseen by a professional shouldn't be a problem. There is a lot of hype about ADHD diagnosis and treatment options. The best science information says medication options are effective and safe when prescribed and overseen by a doctor. In practice, addiction to Rx is rarely an issue for average patient.
Answered 11/18/2016
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