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Can Strattera Be Taken Instead Of Ritalin For ADD?
I have ADD taken ridalin, currently becoming a problem, now being sent to psychologist. Taken off abruptly, to take straterra? This doctor felt to old to need ridalin. I font know but not taking me off without meonitoring or weining off. Concerned feel need second opinion. Also saying it is not allowed by government restrictions.
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Both Strattera and Ritalin are approved for treatment of ADD and I do not think you need to worry as you are under guidance of a qualified doctor. I must assure you that Strattera is one among the good medication for the treatment of ADD.
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Can Strattera Be Taken Instead Of Ritalin For ADD?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Both Strattera and Ritalin are approved for treatment of ADD and I do not think you need to worry as you are under guidance of a qualified doctor. I must assure you that Strattera is one among the good medication for the treatment of ADD. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.