Stimulant medication is a class of prescription medicines commonly used in ADHD management. It includes methylphenidate, dexamfetamine and lisdexamfetamine. These medicines act on brain chemicals involved in attention and impulse regulation.
In Australia, stimulants are Schedule 8 controlled medicines. Prescribing is regulated at state level and generally requires diagnosis by, or in consultation with, a specialist. A doctor assesses medical history, other medications and individual circumstances before any prescription is considered.