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Taking ritalin (methylphenidate) for fatigue due to sarcoidosis for a year. it's not helping as much now. body getting used to it & is the a different med i could try?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser
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Rheumatology 53 years experience
Yes: They are options but they are much more expensive. Why don't you just discuss the issue with your doctor. An easy solution may be just increasing the Ritalin (methylphenidate) dose.
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