Neuro drugs: ADHD: practice question

A Pharmacology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Pharmacology · Neuro drugs: ADHD

Sample item

A child with ADHD and a history of tics and substance misuse in the family is started on a non-stimulant that selectively inhibits noradrenaline reuptake. Which drug is this?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Atomoxetine

Atomoxetine is a selective noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor without abuse potential, though it needs weeks to work and can cause hepatotoxicity and suicidal ideation. Methylphenidate and amphetamines are stimulants.

Option by option

  • A. Modafinil

    Modafinil is used for narcolepsy.

  • B. Dexamfetamine

    Dexamfetamine is a stimulant.

  • C. Methylphenidate

    Methylphenidate is a stimulant.

  • D. Atomoxetine (correct)

    Correct. Atomoxetine is a non-stimulant NRI.

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What is the answer to this Pharmacology question?

The best answer is D, Atomoxetine. Atomoxetine is a selective noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor without abuse potential, though it needs weeks to work and can cause hepatotoxicity and suicidal ideation.

Why is "Modafinil" not the answer?

Modafinil is used for narcolepsy.

Why is "Dexamfetamine" not the answer?

Dexamfetamine is a stimulant.

Why is "Methylphenidate" not the answer?

Methylphenidate is a stimulant.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Neuro drugs: ADHD in Pharmacology. Methylphenidate and amphetamines are stimulants.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Neuro drugs: ADHD?

Learn drugs as classes, then the exception in each class that an examiner would pick. Then use the flashcards and the other Pharmacology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.