Table 3. Initial Antipsychotic Prescriptions for Study Perioda.
| Antipsychotic Medicationb | Prescriptions (n=4869) | |
|---|---|---|
| % | Mean (SD) | |
| All antipsychotics | 100 | 4.1 (3.5) |
| Risperidone | 37.8 | 4.0 (3.5) |
| Haloperidol | 0.5 | 2.4 (2.1) |
| Quetiapine | 20.7 | 3.3 (3.0) |
| Aripiprazole | 32.0 | 3.6 (2.9) |
| Olanzapine | 4.0 | 2.5 (2.3) |
| All other antipsychotics | 5.0 | 2.7 (2.7) |
Abbreviations: ADHD, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
a
2010-2015 MarketScan Data (youths with new diagnosis of ADHD and antipsychotic prescription).
b
First antipsychotic prescription after diagnosis.