What are the cons of prescribing this medication for malcom

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"Malcolm is a 9-year-old male in the 4th grade at the public elementary school. Malcolm has recently been diagnosed with ADHD, combined presentation. Malcolm struggles with being fidgety and hyperactive; he often gets into trouble at school for blurting out answers, getting out of his desk when he should not be, and hitting other children when upset. Malcolm also has difficulty focusing on anything other than video games at home. His parents report homework takes "all night" though it should only take 30 minutes. Malcolm has assigned chores but often gets distracted. For example, Malcolm was to take out the trash but got distracted in the driveway while taking out the trash and left the full bag in the driveway. He often misplaces the combination code for the lock on the house door."

Malcolm is prescribed Amphetamine. What are the cons of prescribing this medication for MAlcom?

What is the proposed mechanism of action for this medication? Why might this be inappropriate for the patient? What are the disadvantages of this class of medication (e.g., options for different administration, length of duration)? What are the disadvantages of the other medication options? What possible side effects or considerations need to be evaluated? Provide one example for each consideration, including legal, ethical, and social implications.

Please provide current scholarly references.

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