Do ADHD meds slow a child's growth?

A recent study of Daytrana suggests that the attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder medication does not affect a child's height or weight. Children who used this slow-release medication were of normal height and weight, but had a slightly lower body mass index when compared to kids not taking this med. This article explains several studies of the effects of stimulant medications on a child's growth.

(ADHDCentral.com) UPDATED 05/20/2008
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Conditions: | attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder - 343 Articles Treatments: | Adderall - 22 Articles | Concerta - 86 Articles | Daytrana - 19 Articles | Focalin - 7 Articles | Meridia - 12 Articles | Provigil - 12 Articles | Ritalin - 80 Articles | stimulants - 287 Articles | Vyvanse - 10 Articles
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