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26 Feb 2014
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How to increase 8year old girl's appitite on Concerta
Hi,
My daughter is skinny by itself and has gone on Concerta beginning of Jan. She has already lost 1.5kg. What can i use safely with concerta to increase her appitite?
ADHD Expert
Dear Rucell,
You can use a meal replacement shake such as Ensure; although this doesn't assist with increasing her appetite, it may manage the weight loss.
Kind regards,
Delia
You can use a meal replacement shake such as Ensure; although this doesn't assist with increasing her appetite, it may manage the weight loss.
Kind regards,
Delia
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