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ADHD drugs blamed for psychotic kids

13 October 2009 | The Therapeutic Goods Administration has rejected claims that its adverse reaction reports indicated an "alarming" growth of severe psychotic episodes in children taking drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. 5 comments


ADHD drug extended to adults

2 October 2009 | Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder now have a subsidised extended-release formulation, with the listing extension of Concerta on the PBS.


Sleep disorder drug open to abuse: study

18 March 2009 | A drug used to treat sleeping disorders and boost cognitive functions has the potential to be abused as an addictive stimulant, according to a new study.


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