Question 1

how do you know if ritalin (methylphenidate) is working precisely ? in the time of studies i am somewhere else searching the internet! i don't feel more focused .

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Use scale: There are great adhd rating scales. When medication works, symptoms decrease from all the time, to often, to sometimes, etc... There are clusters of inattention symptoms, hyperactivity symptoms and impulsivity symptoms. You can find scales on line or speak to doctor who is prescribing medication.

Question 2

how long does on  take ritalin (methylphenidate) until it starts working?

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About 45 minutes: It depends some whether or not the Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a long acting form, there are several different forms of medications which contain methylphenedate, which is the active drug in ritalin (methylphenidate). It also can depend on whether it's taken on an empty stomach. In general, Ritalin (methylphenidate) starts working within about 30-60 minutes after taking it.

Question 3

what are the effects of ritalin (methylphenidate) on a 6 year old with add and when does the medication start working?

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Immediately : Stimulants act by stimulating the cortex in the brain, in add this is like stimulating the brakes in a system. They usually start working short after start. They block the appetite, increase pulse rate and blood pressure and may disrupt sleep , I am not aware of studies that followed people up to adulthood, so we don't how they affect the brain as it develops  from childhood to adulthood.

Question 4

how long does it take for ritalin (methylphenidate) to start working with controlling adhd symptoms?

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Almost immediately: Most people notice a marked effect immediately or within a few days of starting this medication.

Question 5

been taking ritalin (methylphenidate) for fatigue but not working anymore. increased dose makes me shake. what else can i do?

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Fatigue: First off, you would want to know the reason for fatigue because effective treatment is dependent on the correct diagnosis. Possibly you will need some labwork done. Ritalin (methylphenidate) doesn't address the problem in most cases.

Question 6

can ritalin affect the working speed of zoloft (sertraline) ? i mean will a person taking ritalin with zoloft (sertraline) need more time to see benefit ?

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See below: Depends on what the zoloft (sertraline) is treating - a stimulant like Ritalin can increase anxiety and this could interfere with the anxiety-reducing role of zoloft (sertraline).

Question 7

i've been taking ritalin on and off as needed for studies etc. working now, the side effects and immune system drops become too harsh. any alternatives which will limit the side effects?

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Caffeine: You can do what most adults to maintain focus and use caffeine. At least in the US it is available in capsule form under the name No doze, but strong coffee works for most. With any such brain stimulant you will have some issues. with caffeine you pee more but seldom have supply issues.

Question 8

is adderall available in south africa i was diagnosed with adhd years ago took ritalin for a short time but stopped as i felt drugged i struggle to not get distracted when working want to stray to study again ?

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Wouldn't know: This is a public information site based primarily in the US. What medications or professional services are available in different parts of the world and not things we would know. You should direct such questions to a local healthcare provider. There are other reasons for poor attention span that mimic ADD so an evaluation by your doc would be wise.

Question 9

what is ritalin (methylphenidate)?

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Or methylphenidate: Is a stimulant drug used in the treatment of attention deficit disorder  (with/without hyperactivity). In add pts, it has the effect of calming down their revving engine so they can concentrate more effectively, complete tasks, not be in constant motion. It's a controlled substance which requires a special prescription in many states.

Question 10

how old is ritalin (methylphenidate) ?

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Ritalin (methylphenidate) history: The original patent was owned by ciba, now novartis corporation. It was first licensed by the U.S. Food and drug administration (fda) in 1955 for treating what was then known as hyperactivity. Prescribed to patients beginning in 1960, the drug became heavily prescribed in the 1990s, when the diagnosis of adhd itself became more widely accepted.   En.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/methylphenidate.

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What are the effects of ritalin (methylphenidate) on a 6 year old with add and when does the medication start working?

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How long does it take for ritalin (methylphenidate) to start working with controlling adhd symptoms?

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Been taking ritalin (methylphenidate) for fatigue but not working anymore. increased dose makes me shake. what else can i do?

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Can ritalin affect the working speed of zoloft (sertraline) ? i mean will a person taking ritalin with zoloft (sertraline) need more time to see benefit ?

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I've been taking ritalin on and off as needed for studies etc. working now, the side effects and immune system drops become too harsh. any alternatives which will limit the side effects?

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Is adderall available in south africa i was diagnosed with adhd years ago took ritalin for a short time but stopped as i felt drugged i struggle to not get distracted when working want to stray to study again ?

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