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Drowsiness from ritalin (methylphenidate) what does it mean?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Can occur: Drowsiness can occur from ritalin, (methylphenidate) it has an effect to lower the hyperactivity. His dose might need to be lowered if he is too drowsy.

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Answered 2/20/2019

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