Table 1.

Treatments for ADHD or ADD13,811,37,38

Drug Categories/Drugs
FDA approved nonstimulant
    Atomoxetine
    Clonidine extended release
    Guanfacine extended release
FDA approved stimulant
    Dexmethylphenidate
    Lisdexamfetamine
    Methylphenidate
    Mixed amphetamine salts (dextroamphetamine/amphetamine)
Psychotherapy
    Behavioral: social skills training
    CBT
    Occupational therapy
    Study skills
Off-label nonstimulants
    Bupropion
    Modafinil
    SNRIs (e.g., venlafaxine, duloxetine)
    Tricyclic antidepressants (e.g. desipramine)
Experimental/early studies/theoretical
    Nicotinic/cholinergic analogs
    Propranolol
    SSRI (certain pathway responses)
    Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO-I)
    Lithium (with certain comorbid conditions)