Comments on: Biphentin: The Newest ADD/ADHD Medication in Canada http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/ A blog about Attention Deficit Disorder, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Sun, 14 Mar 2010 22:58:56 -0400 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 By: karen http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-169791 karen Fri, 12 Mar 2010 20:38:27 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-169791 my son is new to this biphentin and he just started it today the thing is how long does it take for the med to kick in. if any one knows please let me know thank you my son is new to this biphentin and he just started it today the thing is how long does it take for the med to kick in. if any one knows please let me know thank you

]]> By: Shara http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-169739 Shara Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:30:27 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-169739 I'm going to be candid. The more I learn about ADD/ADHD, the more convinced I am that the problem is not with our children. The more I'm convinced that ADD/ADHD is NOT an affliction or a disorder or a condition. It's human nature. If you haven't picked up a Thom Hartmann book or read one of his articles or blog posts and you question the reasoning and logic of medicating our children to "conform", then you should, you must. If there is a shred of doubt in your mind then you need to know what's happening on the other side of the fence, because there's a whole lot of great minds, leaders, visionaries who are trying to tell you, truthfully, that your "ADD" children are fine, it's society, us, that's the problem. I think Tom Peters (author of In Search of Excellence, 1982, and Re-Imagine, 2009) summarizes it quite well: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_w4AfflmeM&feature=channel#watch-main-area I work in marketing and everyday my "creative" is swept under the rug, obliterated from the "idea" pool and crushed underfoot by those who work to maintain the status quo. I fight this everyday, with great verve. What hypocrisy to go home at the end of my daily battles and switch sides so to speak, to tell my exceedingly creative 6 year old that she needs to listen and conform and if she doesn't, I'm going to drug you until you do. I'm no doctor, but I had doubts about medicating my daughter and was refreshed to find a group of professionals out there who shared my doubts at some point and have shifted attitudes including mine. Consider nutritional alternatives: http://www.how2quit.co.uk/content.asp?id_Content=2141 Consider the way your children are taught. My daughter is a great student - doesn't fit the norm of ADD at all - her grades are good. She doesn't get frustrated by school work, she becomes fully engaged - moreso engaged in doing math work than playing with her barbie dolls! It's because she's taught differently than the norm. Because the principal of her school decided that the children at his school will be "graded" based on merit not memorization and he ensured that the teachers at his school knew the difference. My daughter NEVER colours in the lines, she writes most of her numbers backwards, she loves school, she loves her teacher, she loves homework. This post is not intended to discredit anyone in anyway. It's all very subjective. But I read a lot on this blog about parents who aren't sure about the meds. That's why I feel comfortable visiting Dr. Kenny's site, putting my name to my comments and hopefully letting you know that it's ok to doubt and there are professionals out there who support your doubt if there is doubt. Know all perspectives before making your decisions, especially if you feel medication is not the right solution for you or your children. I’m going to be candid. The more I learn about ADD/ADHD, the more convinced I am that the problem is not with our children. The more I’m convinced that ADD/ADHD is NOT an affliction or a disorder or a condition. It’s human nature. If you haven’t picked up a Thom Hartmann book or read one of his articles or blog posts and you question the reasoning and logic of medicating our children to “conform”, then you should, you must. If there is a shred of doubt in your mind then you need to know what’s happening on the other side of the fence, because there’s a whole lot of great minds, leaders, visionaries who are trying to tell you, truthfully, that your “ADD” children are fine, it’s society, us, that’s the problem. I think Tom Peters (author of In Search of Excellence, 1982, and Re-Imagine, 2009) summarizes it quite well:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_w4AfflmeM&feature=channel#watch-main-area

I work in marketing and everyday my “creative” is swept under the rug, obliterated from the “idea” pool and crushed underfoot by those who work to maintain the status quo. I fight this everyday, with great verve. What hypocrisy to go home at the end of my daily battles and switch sides so to speak, to tell my exceedingly creative 6 year old that she needs to listen and conform and if she doesn’t, I’m going to drug you until you do.

I’m no doctor, but I had doubts about medicating my daughter and was refreshed to find a group of professionals out there who shared my doubts at some point and have shifted attitudes including mine.

Consider nutritional alternatives:

http://www.how2quit.co.uk/content.asp?id_Content=2141

Consider the way your children are taught. My daughter is a great student – doesn’t fit the norm of ADD at all – her grades are good. She doesn’t get frustrated by school work, she becomes fully engaged – moreso engaged in doing math work than playing with her barbie dolls! It’s because she’s taught differently than the norm. Because the principal of her school decided that the children at his school will be “graded” based on merit not memorization and he ensured that the teachers at his school knew the difference. My daughter NEVER colours in the lines, she writes most of her numbers backwards, she loves school, she loves her teacher, she loves homework.

This post is not intended to discredit anyone in anyway. It’s all very subjective. But I read a lot on this blog about parents who aren’t sure about the meds. That’s why I feel comfortable visiting Dr. Kenny’s site, putting my name to my comments and hopefully letting you know that it’s ok to doubt and there are professionals out there who support your doubt if there is doubt.

Know all perspectives before making your decisions, especially if you feel medication is not the right solution for you or your children.

]]> By: Mira http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-166929 Mira Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:06:51 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-166929 My son was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 7 yrs old and the doctor prescribed Ritalin, after taking Ritalin for two weeks his behaviour changed completely. He was angry, started swearing and even had thoughts of suicide. He would get so emotional and angry that he would get a knife and hold it to his neck. I immediately took him back to the doctor and he prescribed Resperdol and referred us to a psychiatrist who told me that the Resperdol was to strong and I should stop it. I'm afraid to give him any stimulant medication because of the side effects he had on Ritalin and he to is against taking meds. But he is now 15 and continues to have problems with behaviour, impulsivness, attention etc (he seems to have it all). It is also hard to tell the difference between ADHD and being a teenager. I'm considering Strattera because it's a non-stimulant but still sceptical and afraid it will have the same side effects. Plus I don't think he will take it. Is there anything you can recomment that is natural? My son was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 7 yrs old and the doctor prescribed Ritalin, after taking Ritalin for two weeks his behaviour changed completely. He was angry, started swearing and even had thoughts of suicide. He would get so emotional and angry that he would get a knife and hold it to his neck. I immediately took him back to the doctor and he prescribed Resperdol and referred us to a psychiatrist who told me that the Resperdol was to strong and I should stop it. I’m afraid to give him any stimulant medication because of the side effects he had on Ritalin and he to is against taking meds. But he is now 15 and continues to have problems with behaviour, impulsivness, attention etc (he seems to have it all). It is also hard to tell the difference between ADHD and being a teenager. I’m considering Strattera because it’s a non-stimulant but still sceptical and afraid it will have the same side effects. Plus I don’t think he will take it. Is there anything you can recomment that is natural?

]]> By: Christina http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-164119 Christina Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:59:47 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-164119 Forgot to mention "there is a possibilty" not "this" and in the previous years he seemed to be well controlled by Biphentin Forgot to mention “there is a possibilty” not “this” and in the previous years he seemed to be well controlled by Biphentin

]]> By: Christina http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-164117 Christina Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:58:16 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-164117 I have a 7.5yr old son whose been on increasing doses of Biphentin since he was just over 4yrs old (currently taking 20mg/day). (This is a possibility of Asperger's and we are currently waiting for ADOS testing) Over the past year we have noticed a HUGE increase in his dietary intake (never had a problem with nto eating) to the point of eating more then my husband of teenage son. He's now started loosing weight and just can't seem to eat enough. Now we've also noted for the past month that he's getting increasingly aggressive/agitated at school and home. We've done the usual bloodwork and other then a slightly elevated TSH (did not check glucose) all labs were normal. Could these symptoms be side effects of meds or should I be looking for something else. His pediatrician won't see him before May despite me calling with these concerns. He's fallen off his growth chart (only in the 3rd% now) and I'm worried about his aggression. Thanks I have a 7.5yr old son whose been on increasing doses of Biphentin since he was just over 4yrs old (currently taking 20mg/day). (This is a possibility of Asperger’s and we are currently waiting for ADOS testing)
Over the past year we have noticed a HUGE increase in his dietary intake (never had a problem with nto eating) to the point of eating more then my husband of teenage son. He’s now started loosing weight and just can’t seem to eat enough. Now we’ve also noted for the past month that he’s getting increasingly aggressive/agitated at school and home. We’ve done the usual bloodwork and other then a slightly elevated TSH (did not check glucose) all labs were normal. Could these symptoms be side effects of meds or should I be looking for something else. His pediatrician won’t see him before May despite me calling with these concerns. He’s fallen off his growth chart (only in the 3rd% now) and I’m worried about his aggression. Thanks

]]> By: M's mom http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-162157 M's mom Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:55:58 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-162157 Hi there, My adoptive son is 5 years old and has been diagnosed with ADHD. Both his biological parents also had a history of ADHD so we are thinking genetics have played an important role with my son. This past week he started his first medication which is Biphentin and is on 10 mg per day. Prior to starting the medication he was a very loving child and was never agressive. After starting the medication he was a totally different child but it seems for the worst. He has become aggressive with me and his peers at school. I have called the doctor but she is not in today. I am wondering if it would be harmful to stop the medication while I am waiting to hear back from her? Hi there,

My adoptive son is 5 years old and has been diagnosed with ADHD. Both his biological parents also had a history of ADHD so we are thinking genetics have played an important role with my son. This past week he started his first medication which is Biphentin and is on 10 mg per day. Prior to starting the medication he was a very loving child and was never agressive. After starting the medication he was a totally different child but it seems for the worst. He has become aggressive with me and his peers at school. I have called the doctor but she is not in today. I am wondering if it would be harmful to stop the medication while I am waiting to hear back from her?

]]> By: Dr. Kenny Handelman http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-161317 Dr. Kenny Handelman Sun, 28 Feb 2010 23:39:58 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-161317 Jennifer - regarding gifted and ADHD - it can be both. Just because one medicine doesn't necessarily help doesn't rule out the diagnosis. I was just reviewing this study: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez Best, Dr. Kenny Jennifer – regarding gifted and ADHD – it can be both. Just because one medicine doesn’t necessarily help doesn’t rule out the diagnosis.
I was just reviewing this study:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez
Best,
Dr. Kenny

]]> By: Dr. Kenny Handelman http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-161285 Dr. Kenny Handelman Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:38:06 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-161285 Daytime wetting - this can relate to ADHD only if she's too inattentive to get to the rest room. Strattera actually causes some urinary retention and may help. Ask the doctor! Thom Hartman - I like his theories, though they aren't scientifically based. Daytime wetting – this can relate to ADHD only if she’s too inattentive to get to the rest room. Strattera actually causes some urinary retention and may help. Ask the doctor!
Thom Hartman – I like his theories, though they aren’t scientifically based.

]]> By: Shara http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-159050 Shara Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:53:38 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-159050 Thom Hartmann seems to have an interesting perspective on alternatives to medicating children and adults with ADD. Dr. Kenny - what is your opinion of Thom Hartmann's work on ADD? My daughter, 6, is in her last week of her 1 month trial of biphentin 10mg. I had only agreed to the medication in the hopes that it would help her with her daytime wetting. Unfortunately, it has had no effect on the wetting and her symptoms were manageable at home and school before the meds, so I will not continue the medication when the trial is over. Dr. Kenny, as you suggested, I will challenge her pediatrician to find other help for the daytime wetting. Any suggestions are welcome. Thom Hartmann seems to have an interesting perspective on alternatives to medicating children and adults with ADD. Dr. Kenny – what is your opinion of Thom Hartmann’s work on ADD?

My daughter, 6, is in her last week of her 1 month trial of biphentin 10mg. I had only agreed to the medication in the hopes that it would help her with her daytime wetting. Unfortunately, it has had no effect on the wetting and her symptoms were manageable at home and school before the meds, so I will not continue the medication when the trial is over.

Dr. Kenny, as you suggested, I will challenge her pediatrician to find other help for the daytime wetting. Any suggestions are welcome.

]]> By: Dr. Kenny Handelman http://www.addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/comment-page-3/#comment-158700 Dr. Kenny Handelman Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:38:34 +0000 http://addadhdblog.com/biphentin-the-newest-addadhd-medication-in-canada/#comment-158700 Jennifer - I'm just putting the final touches on a CD product which will address alternatives for adhd. You can go here: www.alternativesforadhd.com to learn more. Dr. Kenny Jennifer – I’m just putting the final touches on a CD product which will address alternatives for adhd. You can go here: http://www.alternativesforadhd.com to learn more.
Dr. Kenny

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