Can I combine medications like Ritalin with some of the Alternative Treatments for a “best of both worlds” treatment?
It depends on what you are combining. If you are combining Ritalin with improved nutrition, there is no risk of injury and you may actually help your child. It’s hard to pay attention when you are malnourished. If you combine the natural stimulant Ephedra with Ritalin, you will probably cause elevated blood pressure, heart attack and possibly death. St. John’s Wort combined with an antidepressant can cause major problems. Always tell your doctor about any herbal products or nutritional supplements that you may be using.
