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A member asked:

Hi is 99, 20 pound dangerous low if you eating 17 metamina plus 7 ritalin (methylphenidate) everyday?

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Dr. Alon Seifan answered

Specializes in Neurology

Something not right: If you are eating seven Ritalin (methylphenidate) every day, you are not being treated appropriately. You should see a physician.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/21/2016

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