Methylphenidate is used to treat attention disorders (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan including psychological, educational and social measures. When used to treat ADHD, patients may find they have increased attention, decreased impulsiveness, and decreased hyperactivity (see also Notes section). This medication is a mild stimulant that works...
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Ah yes, the never ending debate of medicating, over-medicating, under-medicating and misdiagnosing ADD/ADHD. For me, I'd have to say it was... Read more »
We've known for a long time that if you're going to stop taking opioids, it's usually best to taper off gradually to prevent severe... Read more »
How long does withdrawal from Zoloft take, and are there any serious side effects that will damage the brain?As far as we know, SSRI... Read more »
Many people are able to stop using antidepressants with relatively mild discomfort but, for others, withdrawal symptoms become... Read more »
A reader whose son has been taking Concerta since age 3 asks Dr. Melvin Oatis if she should be concerned about long-term use of the medicine in... Read more »
This is a study to evaluate the long-term safety of methylphenidate hydrochloride (Concerta) extended-release tablets at five dose levels (36 mg, 54... Read more »
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The goals of treatment are to reduce the immediate withdrawal symptoms, prevent complications, and begin long-term therapy to promote abstinence (no... Read more »
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Withdrawal from opioids; Dopesickness Treatment Treatment involves supportive care and medications. The most commonly used medication,... Read more »
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Primary symptoms may include:Agitation and restless behaviorDepressed moodFatigueGeneralized malaiseIncreased appetiteVivid and unpleasant... Read more »