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Hypoglycemia being the most intelligent answer to my issues, i see how ritalin (methylphenidate) acting as an appetite suppressant can be more dangerous for me, correct?

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Dr. Rhonda Simons answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Many issues: Going on here. Using Ritalin (methylphenidate) as an appetite suppressant can get you into big trouble with addiction rebound fatigue, ; hypoglycemia. It also causes insomnia. Get mthfr 677 ; 1298 genotype testing. Treatment can help you with your weight loss goals, make your anti-depressant work better, decrease anxiety and help sleep. Also gives energy during the day that is natural instead of not real.

Answered 7/1/2014

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RITALIN (methylphenidate) STIMULANT: Can cause hypoglycemia due to appetite suppressant but stimulant effect on adhd.

Answered 1/6/2014

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