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Friend has adhd and takes 2 ritalins (methylphenidate) a day what would happen if i took some to study for something?
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Don't do it!: It is never a good idea to take someone else's medication. Ritalin (methylphenidate) is an amphetamine type drug and could cause a serious adverse effect.
Answered 7/1/2014
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Never a good idea: You would not want to use someone else's toothbrush.Why would you want to take their meds? Although these medications do help with focus and attention on pts without adhd.They are controlled substances, prescribed to be used only by the recepient, they have side effects, adverse reactions, contraindications and possible allergic reactions.Finally because it is not legal!
Answered 10/3/2016
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Adhd: Stimulants can have certain serious side effects and risk is higher if you don 't have adhd. So evaluation by a physician. Is important to determine if you need stimulants.
Answered 9/15/2012
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Hi! I wanted to know what happens if a person WITHOUT ADD or ADHD takes a pill of ritalin (methylphenidate)? What are the effects
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