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What Do Elevate ALP Levels When On ADHD Medication Suggest?
My son has been on ADHD meds since he was 4, he is now almost 12 weights 132lbs and is 5 2 . I just had blood tests done and his ALP levels were elevated. I was told normal range was 360 and he is at 377, should I be concerned that the medications have damaged his liver over the years?
Tue, 28 Feb 2023
Hi,
ADHD medications can sometimes cause mild elevations in liver enzymes such as alkaline phosphatase (ALP). While these elevations are usually not a cause for concern, it is important to monitor them over time to make sure they do not become too high.
In your son's case, his ALP level is only slightly elevated and still within the normal range, so it is unlikely that the medication has caused any significant liver damage. However, it would be a good idea to discuss these results with your son's doctor to determine if any further testing or monitoring is needed.
Other factors, such as growth spurts, can also cause temporary elevations in ALP levels. Therefore, it is important to consider other factors as well when interpreting these results.
In summary, while elevated ALP levels can be associated with ADHD medication use, a slight elevation within the normal range is usually not a cause for concern. However, it is important to discuss these results with your son's doctor to determine if any further monitoring or testing is necessary.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
ADHD medications can sometimes cause mild elevations in liver enzymes such as alkaline phosphatase (ALP). While these elevations are usually not a cause for concern, it is important to monitor them over time to make sure they do not become too high.
In your son's case, his ALP level is only slightly elevated and still within the normal range, so it is unlikely that the medication has caused any significant liver damage. However, it would be a good idea to discuss these results with your son's doctor to determine if any further testing or monitoring is needed.
Other factors, such as growth spurts, can also cause temporary elevations in ALP levels. Therefore, it is important to consider other factors as well when interpreting these results.
In summary, while elevated ALP levels can be associated with ADHD medication use, a slight elevation within the normal range is usually not a cause for concern. However, it is important to discuss these results with your son's doctor to determine if any further monitoring or testing is necessary.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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