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Autism medication in Ontario:
what is used, what it treats,

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what OHIP and ODB cover

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No medication treats autism itself;
medicines are sometimes used for

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co-occurring concerns such as
irritability, ADHD, anxiety or sleep.

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OHIP+ covers medicines on the
Ontario Drug Benefit formulary

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for eligible people 24 and under,
and ODB covers eligible groups,

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so check your coverage and talk
to your prescriber before starting,

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changing or stopping anything.

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Some medications require prior approval (Limited Use)

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Describe the symptom, its impact,

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what has been tried,
and any safety concern.

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Ask what to monitor,

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when to review, and which effects
need prompt attention.

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Read the guide
www.endthewaitontario.com/autism-medication-ontario