[Psychostimulants: An Overview]

Brain Nerve. 2023 May;75(5):599-604. doi: 10.11477/mf.1416202385.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

Treatment of narcolepsy is based on the need to regulate life rhythms. Psychostimulants such as modafinil, methylphenidate-immediate release, and pemoline are used to treat hypersomnia. A psychosocial approach is considered the mainstay of treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and medication is used to treat moderate or severe ADHD symptoms. Two of the four drugs approved in Japan for ADHD therapy (osmotic-release oral system methylphenidate and lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) are psychostimulants, which are administered via the ADHD proper distribution management system.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity* / drug therapy
  • Central Nervous System Stimulants* / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate / therapeutic use
  • Methylphenidate* / therapeutic use
  • Modafinil / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Central Nervous System Stimulants
  • Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate
  • Methylphenidate
  • Modafinil