4.8 administration of yokukansan for adhd in 20 children: a retrospective analysis

Yokukansan (YKS) is one of the Japanese herbal traditional medicine formulas (Kampo), prescribed for irritation, irritability, mood swing, and agitation, and the third highest selling Kampo for children and adults in Japan. YKS is indicated for neurosis, insomnia, crying baby in the night, delirium of adults, and peripheral symptoms of dementia. Methylphenidate hydrochloride, atomoxetine, and guanfacine hydrochloride are the only current choices under the Japanese health insurance system for ADHD in children.
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: research