Question 1

My child runs and climbs a lot. He can be quite destructive also.  We are using a trampoline and gym to try and tire him out but still he is very hyper.  What else can we do?

Accepted Answer

In children with somewhat destructive hyperactivity, I will recommend using midodrine. Midodrine is a prescription medication that can boost brain blood pressure and, in a majority of the kids, will cut the hyperactivity often by 30-50%.  Parents often report the children often seem happier and less distressed from anxiety or aggressive tendencies.nnMidodrine is a pure crutch to be used while waiting for the child's nervous system to recover enough that the child can discontinue the medication.nnMost pediatricians are unfamiliar with midodrine and will not prescribe it.  Neurologists are generally familiar since it is used in patients with autonomic nervous system dysfunction.

Question 2

My child runs and climbs a lot. He can be quite destructive also.  We are using a trampoline and gym to try and tire him out but still he is very hyper.  What else can we do?

Accepted Answer

In children with somewhat destructive hyperactivity, I will recommend using midodrine. Midodrine is a prescription medication that can boost brain blood pressure and, in a majority of the kids, will cut the hyperactivity often by 30-50%.  Parents often report the children often seem happier and less distressed from anxiety or aggressive tendencies.nnMidodrine is a pure crutch to be used while waiting for the child's nervous system to recover enough that the child can discontinue the medication.nnMost pediatricians are unfamiliar with midodrine and will not prescribe it.  Neurologists are generally familiar since it is used in patients with autonomic nervous system dysfunction.