Skip to main content
. 2017 Apr 25;23:1060. doi: 10.4102/sajpsychiatry.v23i0.1060

TABLE 1.

Pharmacological classification of medication used for the treatment of ADHD.

Neurotransmitter Mechanism of action
Noradrenaline selective Noradrenaline and dopamine Monoamine reuptake inhibitors Monoamine releasing agents Stimulant reuptake inhibitors
Atomoxetine Methylphenidate
d-amphetamine
Lisdexamphetamine
Atomoxetine d-amphetamine
Lisdexamphetamine
Methylphenidate

Source: Dvorsky et al.49