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Prescription patterns and medication adherence in preadolescent children with attention deficit hyperactivity

Ajita S Nayak1, Hrishikesh Bipin Nachane2, Prerna Keshari1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, KEM Hospital and Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Indian Journal of Psychiatry
|July 2, 2021
PubMed

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Medication adherence in preadolescent children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is generally good. Factors like shorter illness duration and stimulant prescriptions positively influence adherence rates.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Psychiatry
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Pharmacological Adherence

Background:

  • High nonadherence rates (up to 80%) in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) underscore the need for adherence studies.
  • Limited research exists on medication adherence in preadolescent children with ADHD.
  • Recent data on ADHD prescription patterns in India are scarce.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate prescription patterns for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in preadolescent children.
  • To assess medication adherence rates among preadolescent children diagnosed with ADHD.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 50 children aged 5-12 years with ADHD, on medication for over 6 months, was studied.
  • Sociodemographic data and prescription details were collected.
  • Standardized rating scales (Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Parent Rating Scale, Compliance Rating Scale) were utilized.

Main Results:

  • Good compliance was observed in 62% of children; 38% exhibited reluctance.
  • Adherence was positively correlated with shorter illness duration, lower severity, absence of side effects, and stimulant use.
  • Non-stimulant combinations (40%) were more frequent than stimulants (28%); atomoxetine and risperidone were most prescribed.

Conclusions:

  • Medication adherence in preadolescent children with ADHD is generally favorable.
  • Factors influencing adherence and clinical implications are discussed.
Abstract

Keywords:
Adherenceattention deficit hyperactivity disorderprescriptionstimulants

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