Is Adhd Medicine Bad For Your Heart

Is that okay for the heart? A. Good for you for following up on your feelings that you might have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Although this condition has been identified in children for decades, there's no reason to believe that it is limited to youngsters, or that ADHD symptoms simply disappear after adolescence. In the meta-analysis carried out by Mick et al. on 2665 adult patients, it was observed that CNS stimulants used for adult ADHD were associated with a statistically significant increase in resting heart rate of 5.7 bpm and increase in systolic blood pressure.

Side effects and risks associated with the long-term use of ADHD medication include: Heart disease High blood pressure Seizure Irregular heartbeat Abuse and addiction Skin discolorations Heart...