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Can u take multiple doses of extended methylphenidate if kept under recommended dose ?

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Not unusual: Could divide dosing if there are tolerance or duration of action issues, but avoid late day ingestion due to potential insomnia as an outcome.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/18/2021

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Methylphenidate: Only if you do not exceed the dosage prescribed by your medical provider.

Answered 1/18/2021

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