HealthDay (4/14, Thompson ) reports a review of 102 previous clinical trials found that “ADHD medications generally have just a small effect on a person’s blood pressure, heart rate and heart electrical activity.” Researchers observed that “there were no significant differences between stimulant ADHD meds like methylphenidate and amphetamine and non-stimulant drugs like atomoxetine and viloxazine.” Only guanfacine “led to decreased blood pressure and heart rate, results showed.” Nevertheless, “the findings also reinforce that doctors should keep an eye on blood pressure and heart rate in people taking ADHD medications, whether or not the drugs are stimulants.” Researchers concluded, “Overall, the risk-benefit ratio is reassuring for people taking ADHD medications.” The review was published in The Lancet Psychiatry.
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— “ADHD Drugs Generally Safe For Heart Health, Review Says,” Dennis Thompson, HealthDay, April 14, 2025