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best none stimulant ADHD med out????

What is your take on the best none stimulant ADHD med out??? Thanks
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189897 tn?1441126518
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  Opps, I was wrong.  concerta is a stim drug.
Here is better info:
   classes of medication are available for treating ADHD:

    * Stimulant medications, such as dextroamphetamine-based drugs (Adderall, Vyvanese) and methylphenidate-based drugs (Concerta, Daytrana, Ritalin). They are also available as generics.
    * Nonstimulant medication, such as the antidepressant bupropion (Wellbutrin and generic) or atomoxetine (Strattera), which is not available as a generic.
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189897 tn?1441126518
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  As far as I know, the only two are intuniv and concerta.  They use different formulations.  No clue which is better.  I think it probably depends on the individual.  Both do take a while to take effect (compared to a stimulant).  If you google them, you will be able to see lots of anecdotal posts on how it worked for that poster or their children.
   Hope this helps.
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