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A 39-year-old female asked:
Used to be on high dose prescribed ritalin (methylphenidate). now get nightly tachycardia up to 180bpm, adeenaline rush, sob, shak, headache. ritalin (methylphenidate) effects???
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Dr. Johanna Frickeanswered
Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral 52 years experience
Stimulant effects &: effects do not persist long-term after discontinuation. A tachycardia of 180 warrants evaluation by a cardiologist, who may use a Holter monitor to record your heart rate & rhythm for 24 hours. List all of the herbs, vitamins, supplements, & prescribed, OTC & holistic medications you currently take to share at the cardiac evaluation.
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Last updated Feb 26, 2015
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