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How many days should i stay on ritalin (methylphenidate) before switching to another medication?

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Dr. William Holmes answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

May Not Need To: The dosing of a medicine like ritalin, (methylphenidate) and its various, forms, often requires adjtustments and monitoring of response. If you see no benefit at a certain dose, you may receive more benefit from a dosage increase, but you would need to work closely with your physician and not adjust the dose on your own.

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Answered 11/6/2014

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