Extended-release stimulants for ADHD – FDA warns of weight loss risk in patients < 6 years old
June 30, 2025 - The FDA announced it is revising the labeling of all extended-release stimulants indicated to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – including certain formulations of amphetamine and methylphenidate – to warn about the risk of weight loss and other adverse reactions in patients younger than 6 years taking these medications.