Autism and medication
The child with autism may require a variety of
medications, whether for health reasons or
behavioral reasons.
There are such a great number of medications on
the market, and many with severe side effects
and interactions.
This is a serious issue and a difficult one for
parents to deal with.
It is almost impossible for any parent to know
all of the potential risks associated with
medications, yet a very real need for the
medication may exist.
Speak with your physician and your pharmacist
about any medications your child may need to
take.
Keep asking questions until you feel that you
are prepared.
Your local pharmacist is a wealth of information
about the medications he or she is dispensing
and can be a valuable resource.
An excellent resource on this subject is a book
called “Taking the Mystery out of Medications”
by Dr. Luke Tsai.
You can read more about by clicking the blue link
below that says "Taking the Mystery out of
Medications":
Taking the Mystery out of Medications
This book is written by a medical doctor about
medication therapy specific to those on the
autism spectrum.
It reviews the impact of drugs on behavior and
various forms of pervasive developmental
disorders.
It is definitely a requirement if you are
considering putting your autistic child on
medication.
It is fairly easy to read.
The medications are divided by type.
It is a good reference to have on hand,
especially at doctor's appointments!
To read more about it Click Here
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