Ritalin
Active Ingredient(s): MethylphenidateFDA Approved: * December 5, 1955
Pharm Company: * NOVARTIS
Category: ADD / ADHD
Methylphenidate, sold under the brand name Ritalin and Concerta among others, is a stimulant drug used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It is a first-line medication for ADHD. It may be taken by mouth or applied to the skin, and different formulations have varying durations of effect.[1] It is also used recreationally as a performance-enhancer and/or as a euphoriant.[5] Common side effects of methylphenidate include: anxi... [wikipedia]
* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.193 Discussions
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