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A member asked:

Can taking too much ritalin (methylphenidate) cause a grand mal seizure? tonic symptoms?

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Yes: For a variety of reasons.

Dr Rhoads and 7 doctors agreed

Answered 10/7/2017

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Seizure: Yes Ritalin (methylphenidate) can cause a grand mal seizure.

Dr Machanic and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 5/7/2016

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