Methylphenidate vs Amphetamine for ADHD in Autism

AWARE: Management of ADHD in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Recruiting Phase 4 Interventional Study
ADHD Autism Spectrum Disorder
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
4 – 17
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 4
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Health Services Research
Participants needed
500 (estimated)
Sponsor
Daniel Coury · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for children and teenagers with ADHD and autism to compare two types of medication. Participants will take either methylphenidate or amphetamine and may also try another kind of ADHD medication.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 4 and 17 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
  • I have been diagnosed with ADHD.
  • I can take my medication consistently.
  • I have someone who can report on my behavior.
  • I or my caregiver can understand English or Spanish.
  • I have not taken ADHD medication in the last 7 days.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have taken ADHD medication in the past 7 days.
  • I am not stable on other medications.
  • I have a risk factor that may prevent me from safely taking the study medications.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This study is a pragmatic clinical trial examining the comparative effectiveness of two stimulant medications (methylphenidate and amphetamine) in the treatment of ADHD in children and adolescents with autism. Using a sequential, multiple assignment randomization trial (SMART) design the study will not only assess these two medications but also the role of an increasingly popular class of ADHD med…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Participant and/or legal caregiver must be willing and able to give informed consent/assent for participation in this study. 2. Participant and/or legal caregiver must be willing and able (in the Investigator's opinion) to comply with all study requirements. 3. Participant mu…
Contacts

Amanda James, BS

(614) 722-4006

Amanda.James@nationwidechildrens.org

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Samantha Sharpe

(614) 722-8509

Samantha.Sharpe@nationwidechildrens.org

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