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Studies have shown that there is a possible link between stimulant drugs, such as ADHD medication, and sudden death in children with heart conditions. 

Therefore all adults and children should have a cardiac evaluation before starting stimulant medication.

Head on over to our ADHD Centre for more on managing the condition.

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