Utilization Patterns of Stimulants in ADHD in the Medicaid Population: A Retrospective Analysis of Data from the Texas Medicaid Program

Based on the findings from this retrospective analysis, ADHD treatment utilization patterns varied by formulation in this Texas Medicaid population. Persistence at 180 days was poor regardless of the stimulant used. Consideration of stimulant formulations and demographic characteristics in patients in whom long-term ADHD management is being initiated may assist in optimum utilization, perhaps leading to better symptom control and more efficient resource utilization.