L-acetylcarnitine Improves ADHD in Fragile X Syndrome

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Treatment with L-acetylcarnitine may be beneficial in improving hyperactivity and social behavior in boys with fragile X syndrome who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to an article published online Feb. 19 in the American Journal of Medical Genetics.

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