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How are ritalin (methylphenidate) and adderall different?
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Activity: The area of the CNS they work on is slightly different.We are not very skilled at presaging that difference.We usually try one and gauge improvement.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Ritalin/adderall: Both are stimulants. Ritalin belongs to the methylphenidate group. Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) belongs to the amphetamine group.
Answered 7/22/2017
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Different families: Ritalin and aDderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) are from different families. Ritalin=methylphenidate, Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) = amphetamine. They have essentially the same effect on the brain.
Answered 5/1/2016
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