Ritalin
Use
methylphenidate
Facts
- Ritalin is a central nervous system stimulant used in the treatment of narcolepsy in adults and attention deficit disorder in children.
- A trademark for a mild form of amphetamine used to counter attention deficit disorder.
- Ritalin is contraindicated in patients with tics, tics in siblings or a family history or diagnosis of Tourette's syndrome.
- Ritalin is addictive and can become a gateway drug to other addictions.
- The children's drug Ritalin has a more potent effect on the brain than cocaine.
- When taken as prescribed, Ritalin is a valuable medicine.