Table 1: Medication and Titration Schedules for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults.
Adapted from Weiss MD PhD and JR Weiss MD Journal of Clin Psych 2004: 65 (sup 3) [16].
Medication Starting Dose Dosing Frequency Increase By Maximum Daily Dose
Ritalin (methylphenidate IR*) 10 3 times per day 10 mg/wk 80
Concerta (methylphenidate ER) 36 Every morning 18 mg/wk 80
Ritalin LA (methylphenidate ER) 20 Every morning 20 mg/wk 80
Adderall (mixed amphetamine salts compound) 5 3 times per day 5 mg/wk 40
Adderall XR (mixed amphetamine salts compound extended release) 10 Every morning 10mg/wk 40
Strattera (atomoxetine) 40 Every morning 40 mg/2wk 120
*IR = immediate release
**ER = extended release