FWIW the following was D/L'd from the "research" section of the
NAMI web site, www.nami.org:
ALTERNATIVE DRUG FOR ADHD
Though the results are only preliminary, research has identified a
potential new treatment for children with attention deficit
hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that is just as effective as the
controversial stimulant Ritalin and has few side effects. The blood
pressure drug Tenex significantly improved symptoms of ADHD in
thirteen children and young adults, according to a study published
in the January 1995 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Parents reported significant improvements in their children's
overall behavior as well as in the specific symptoms of
hyperactivity, inattention, and immaturity, after one month of
Tenex treatment. Tenex had few side effects. The children were not
sedated or impaired in their functional ability.
They became significantly less restless, frustrated, and anxious,
had less excessive energy, and were better able to finish projects.
They were more attentive, able to work with less supervision, and
improved in some aspects of social skills. Patients with the
highest levels of irritability and hyperactivity seemed to benefit
more from Tenex treatment. For more information, call Mickey Nall
at the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry,
202/966-7300.
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