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Aribit (Aripiprazole) tablets. Aripiprazole, sold under the brand name Abilify, among others, is an atypical antipsychotic [14] primarily used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and irritability associated with autism spectrum disorder; [14] other uses include as an add-on treatment for major depressive disorder and tic disorders. [14]
This is a list of investigational autism and pervasive developmental disorder drugs, or drugs that are currently under development for clinical use in the treatment of autistic spectrum disorders and/or other pervasive developmental disorders but are not yet approved.
Abilify (aripiprazole) – atypical antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and irritability associated with autism; Adderall (mixed amphetamine salts) – a stimulant used to treat ADHD; Ambien – nonbenzodiazepine used as a sleep aid; Anafranil (clomipramine) – a tricyclic antidepressant; mostly used to treat OCD
An off-label prescription drug has been shown to help children with autism gain the ability to speak. Leucovorin is used for cancer patients, but doctors are pushing for its approval for autism.
This is a list of psychiatric medications used by psychiatrists and other physicians to treat mental illness or distress. The list is ordered alphabetically according to the condition or conditions, then by the generic name of each medication. The list is not exhaustive and not all drugs are used regularly in all countries.
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder may benefit from additional types of medications. [ 16 ] [ 17 ] The term AuDHD is sometimes used for those with both autism and ADHD. [ 18 ] [ 19 ] There are also studies suggesting noticeable differences in presenting symptoms by gender which can complicate diagnosis, especially in adulthood.
This is a list of investigational agitation drugs, or drugs that are currently under development for clinical use in the treatment of agitation, for instance in people with dementia or autism, but are not yet approved. Chemical/generic names are listed first, with developmental code names, synonyms, and brand names in parentheses.
The use of technology has begun to be implemented in ABA therapy for the treatment of autism. [49] Robots, gamification, image processing, story boards, augmented reality, and web systems have been shown to be useful in the treatment of autism. [49] These technologies are used to teach children with autism skill acquisition. [49]