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How long does on take ritalin (methylphenidate) until it starts working?
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About 45 minutes: It depends some whether or not the Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a long acting form, there are several different forms of medications which contain methylphenedate, which is the active drug in ritalin (methylphenidate). It also can depend on whether it's taken on an empty stomach. In general, Ritalin (methylphenidate) starts working within about 30-60 minutes after taking it.
Answered 5/3/2016
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Ritalin (methylphenidate): Usually day if dosed correctly.
Answered 4/2/2015
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30 60 60 minutes: Ritalin (methylphenidate) only works fro the day you take it. The onset is usually between 30 and 60 minutes.
Answered 9/1/2015
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