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I've been taking ritalin (methylphenidate) la for 5 years now, and a few months ago i started to have trouble to control my facial expression when i'm on med. why?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Facial spasms?: Not sure there is correlation, but might think of effect of other substances, as u listed "drug addiction". Please consult your pcp for workup.

Dr Pappas and 8 doctors agreed

Answered 3/5/2015

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