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The FDA has reiterated its position of urging parents not to take their kids off ADHD medications like Ritalin and Adderall. The statement comes in the wake of a government-backed study which found that the stimulants can increase the risk of sudden death.

"The FDA said it is collecting data for a larger, more in-depth study of the drugs," the Associated Press reported. "'We're not sure this study tells us something we didnt know,' [Dr. Robert] Temple said. 'We didnt think it gave an unequivocal answer to whether there is such a risk.'"

Researchers said they hope to complete their in-depth study by the fall, the AP reported. Until then, the FDA is asking parents to discuss their safety concerns with their doctors.

Labels: adhd, fda, adderall, ritalin

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