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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 2

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.

Question 3

why is ritalin (methylphenidate) better?

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Methylphenidate &: Amphetamine are the two stimulants used for adhd. In large studies , their safety & efficacy are about the same. However, individual responses vary. For that person, one may work better once the dose is titrated for optimal effect, have fewer side effects , or be less costly.

Question 4

how do you get ritalin (methylphenidate)?

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Controlled substance: This is a class 2 controlled substance that is monitored by state and federal officials from the point of manufacture to consumption. If you have a condition where this is used, your physician must document how the diagnosis was made, and provide a prescription on special forms. In my state the quantity prescribed at one time is limited and all refills require a separate written prescription.

Question 5

how many mg of ritalin does it take to die?

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Please get help: the only reason I know of for such a question is that someone is thinking about taking enough of a medication to hurt or kill themselves.  This is a medical emergency and you should get help immediately.  Contact your primary care physician or psychiatrist immediately, or go to your nearest ER or call 911.  The Samaritans (877-870-4673). If you are a US veteran call (1-800-273-8255). Get help now!

Question 6

why do adults take ritalin (methylphenidate)?

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Adults take: Ritalin (methylphenidate) for the same reason children do, they have attention deficit disorder, or in the older patient, Ritalin (methylphenidate) can also be used as an antidepressant.

Question 7

what is the risk of ritalin (methylphenidate)?

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Relatively safe: Used appropriately to treat adhd (more rarely, narcolepsy), methylphenidate typically is quite well tolerated and has a >65% of helping markedly reduce core adhd symptoms.  Those with adhd uniformly describe it as something they do not find "addictive."  common se are decreased appetite with weight loss, possibly decreased height, and delayed sleep onset.  Those are risk may have worsening tics.

Question 8

is methylin as strong a medication as ritalin`?

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Just a Brand name: Methylin & Ritalin are brand names for methylphenidate.  Each company picks names apt to appeal to patients and doctors and easy to remember.  Different brands  may have different release patterns, but it is the same medicattion.  Other brand names for mph are concerta, metadate, & focalin (dexmethylphenidate).  There's also Daytrana patch.  Newest is quillivant xr, a liquid long-acting form of mph.

Question 9

is ritalin (methylphenidate) good for studying?

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Yes: Ritalin (methylphenidate) is one of psychostimulant and has been around a long time. It herl;ps with concentration. Focusing, improving inattention, improving distractability and improvies finishing of work.  Generallly it helps with studying--generally 1 aggent used works 75% of the time.

Question 10

is it ok to take expired ritalin (methylphenidate)?

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yes: Expiration dates just have to do with optimal.  It does not loose it's potency all at once. Obviously it is best to use meds before their expiration date.

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