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Hi, what is the maximum dosage of ritalin one can consume in a day?

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Age makes a differen: There are now numerous forms of RItalin an brand name for methylphenidate-FDA recommendations: for ADHD or narcolepsy: Ritalin(Short acting)& long-acting forms: Ritalin LA, Ritalin SR, QuilleChewER, QuilliventXR, Metadate CD, Aptensio all 60mg max methylphenidate ER(concerta) 54mg max 6-12, 72mg max 13 and above. AdhansaXR-85mg/dmax, JornyPM-100mg/at HSmax, Transdermal 9hr patch (Daytrana) 30mg/d

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Answered 11/14/2019

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