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Can ritalin (methylphenidate) make klonipin withdrawal symptoms worse?

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Dr. Ira Rubin answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Drug interactions: Ritalin (methylphenidate) and klonipin are often prescribed together and are compatable.

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Answered 1/26/2018

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Yes: It can cause additional tremors, hypertension, anxiety. Of course, untreated ADD will also make sedative withdrawal worse.

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Answered 1/26/2018

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