Methyphenidate

Were you looking for information about Methylphenidate? Methyphenidate is a common misspelling of methylphenidate.
 
Methylphenidate is a medication that is commonly prescribed for the treatment of narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The drug works as a stimulant to keep people with narcolepsy alert and awake during the day. It also produces a calming effect in children with ADHD by affecting certain chemicals in the brain. Methylphenidate should only be taken as prescribed, because it is a controlled substance that can has the potential for addiction and abuse. Possible side effects of the medication may include headache, nausea, drowsiness, and weight loss.
 
(Click Methylphenidate for more information about when and how the drug should be taken, important precautions to be aware of before starting treatment, and a more complete list of possible side effects.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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