ADHD medications fall into two broad families: stimulants (amphetamine- and methylphenidate-based) and non-stimulants (norepinephrine-focused alternatives like Strattera, Qelbree, Intuniv, and Kapvay).

Each page in this section breaks down a specific medication’s FDA-approved uses, dosing, side effects, and warnings — sourced directly from current prescribing information rather than summarized secondhand. Because so many of these medications get confused with one another (Ritalin vs. Ritalin LA, Focalin vs. Focalin XR, Adderall XR vs. Mydayis), we’ve also cross-linked closely related products so you can see exactly what changes between formulations, not just what stays the same.

This content is for general education and isn’t a substitute for a conversation with a prescriber or pharmacist about your specific situation.