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A member asked:
I can't feel effects from my 10mg ritalin (methylphenidate) twice a day would it be effective to chew it up and then swallow it with water?
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No: Discuss your situation with your doctor. He want to increase your dose if you are not feeling any effect.
Answered 4/18/2013
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