Korean J Psychopharmacol.  2013 Jan;24(1):11-17.

Use of Atypical Antipsychotics in Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

• Song MA
• Hong HJ

Abstract

Psychopharmacotherapy is one of the effective treatments for the children and adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). If there were a marginal improvement or significant adverse effects after having the first line medication such as psychostimulants and atomoxetine, the youth with ADHD can take alternative medications. If they have comorbidities such as disruptive behavior disorder, bipolar disorder, mental retardation and tic disorder, they need to have more medications. Recently, prescriptions of atypical antipsychotics were increasing among them. The efficacy, safety, and tolerability of atypical antipsychotics in the youth should be considered.

Keyword

ADHD; Psychopharmacotherapy; Atypical antipsychotics; Children and adolescents

MeSH Terms

Adolescent
Antipsychotic Agents
Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Child
Comorbidity
Humans
Intellectual Disability
Prescriptions
Propylamines
Tic Disorders
Atomoxetine Hydrochloride
Antipsychotic Agents
Propylamines