Pediatric cardiology
-
Pediatric cardiology · Jan 2012
Case ReportsAcute myocardial infarction in a teenager due to Adderall XR.
Adderall XR is commonly prescribed for children and adolescents with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. We present a case of a 15-year-old male who suffered a myocardial infarction after starting Adderall XR. ⋯ The patient improved with cessation of medication. Physicians need to carefully screen patients for cardiac abnormalities prior to starting amphetamine-based medications.