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Is it normal to be able to fell asleep 40 mins after taking ritalin (methylphenidate)? does it mean the dose isn't correct? but i feel she concentrates better on ritali
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Ritalin (methylphenidate): Please review with the prescribing doctor- normally Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a stimulant but perhaps your child's weight/dosage doesn't match . Do you observe her taking it?
Answered 3/13/2019
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Not necessarily: If one has ADHD, Ritalin (methylphenidate) may be sedating rather than stimulating, while enhancing attention. Thus, it may not interfere with falling asleep.
Answered 3/13/2019
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Depends: If the girl is taking the stimulant for excessive daytime sleepiness, either from narcolepsy or sleep apnea, then the dose of the Ritalin (methylphenidate) may not be enough to help her stay awake. If, however, she is taking it for ADHD, in some cases the child may feel calm enough to actually be able to fall asleep faster than usual.
Answered 10/21/2020
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