I don't have a lot of experience with the meds yet. I have my 4-1/2 year old on Adderall XR. His ADHD was really bad. The adderall has definitely helped but it does affect his appetite. I am constantly trying to make high calorie foods for him. Add to that that he has a lot of food allergies and is a terribly picky eater.

I have read and was also told by my ped that the side effects of Focalin are typically much milder than the other ADHD meds. That might be something to inquire about. We can't use the focalin yet as he is too young for it.

Good luck - this ADHD stuff is no fun, but at least it is manageable.

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