Cara, a 12-year-old 7th grader, is diagnosed with juvenile m…
Cara, a 12-year-old 7th grader, is diagnosed with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy (JME) and her seizures are well-controlled on Topiramate. Before her JME diagnosis, Cara had been diagnosed with ADHD. She had been treated with Methylphenidate, however this was discontinued after her seizure disorder was diagnosed. Now Cara is failing in school and the Vanderbilt form from the teacher demonstrates significant inattention and distraction. Cara and her mother request that she be put on a medication for ADHD. Which of the following is the best option for Cara?