ADHD Meds & Heart Attack Risk: Is Your Medicine Safe?

Dr. Tracey Marks
Dr. Tracey Marks
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Published 2024-01-31
This video provides a thorough understanding of Adderall's sympathomimetic actions, the risk factors for those with pre-existing heart conditions, and the significance of dosages. Dr. Marks also examines the findings of a 2022 meta-analysis from the Journal of American Medical Association, offering reassurance and clarity on the use of ADHD medications. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or simply seeking knowledge, this video is an essential resource for understanding the intersection of ADHD treatment and cardiovascular health.

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REFERENCE:
Zhang L, Yao H, Li L, et al. Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases Associated With Medications Used in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(11):e2243597. Published 2022 Nov 1. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.43597

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All Comments (21)
  • @mnmlst1
    I'd rather die of a heart attack living a normal life than being paralized and disabled by ADHD as I was my entire life before diagnosis. I'll never want to go back to that place again.
  • @chrisfree6372
    12 years adderall, No issues... im afraid to take days off of my med.. why? because of studies like... ( people with adhd are More Prone to get into accidents, or get hurt etc) all i need is a car accident because i took a day OFF from my meds.. One day i forgot to take my meds, i drove right through a stop sign.. my passenger even said i seem very "off" & extremely distracted.. My ADHD is 24 hours a day 7 days a week.. It doesn't go on a "break". its bad enough when i get home from work my meds are already worn off, and i have to be functional in my home and get things done meanwhile the help i get from the meds are already gone... Taking breaks from your meds might be a good thing to do .. Just remember, when you take your break from your meds, your ADHD will NOT be taking that same break..
  • @SweetStuffOnMonarchLane
    I'm in good physical condition and my pulse and blood pressure were on the low side before starting my stimulant medication for ADHD. After starting Adderall, they came up to normal and now that I've been taking it for 8 years, they're still normal.
  • @Turbogran
    In my seventies. ADHD. Late diagnosis. Vyvance 20mg. New prescription. Wow, a new me. After 20 pills had a heart attack. No previous heart issues but was on medication for high blood pressure. Arteries fine.
  • @adrianameyer2803
    I been on adderall for 10 years and it has helped me so much. Before my anxiety was so bad and when I take the medication my heart feels so much better, I can relax and enjoy life to its fullness. My blood pressure for the first time is normal. Thanks for opening the eyes of all those people that in they ignorance think meds will harm you.
  • @currypablo
    I take Vyvanse 30 mg and am overweight. My blood pressure is normal, I have recently begun to lose weight. I find the medication along with behavioral therapy helps me with focus and, most importantly, emotional regulation. No issue with my heart as of yet. Once I retire, I will not take it weekly as I do now as my work requires a great amount of focus.
  • @thejudge3132
    Thank you for this, I actually stopped 10mg of Vyvanse because I am getting older and I was afraid of heart related risks. My BP normally runs pretty low as does my resting heart rate so maybe I'll give it another shot because it's a struggle without it.
  • @obgfoster
    My resting heart rate went down when I started on methylphenidate (Concerta) and back up when I couldn't get it for a few months then back down when I restarted it!
  • @kennymmmKay
    I take 2 days off a week so tolerance doesn't make me need more in the future
  • @HumanandAnimalSupporter
    Discovering the diverse world of ADHD therapies has been truly enlightening, from psychotherapy to behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. šŸ§ šŸ’Ŗ
  • @LeonesJournal
    It's important to note that some stimulants don't work well with SSRI's and increase these health risks. Stimulants on their own, without previous heart conditions, usually work quite well.