Misuse or abuse of methylphenidate may result in serious (possibly fatal) heart and blood pressure problems.
Methylphenidate should be given cautiously to emotionally unstable patients, especially if there is a history of alcohol or drug abuse. These patients may be more likely to unnecessarily increase their doses or use this medication too often. Long-term overuse of this medication may lead to drug...
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Brand Name: Daytrana Generic Name: methylphenidate Usage The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have approved Daytrana for the treatment... Read more »
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Brand Name: Concerta, Daytrana, Metadate CD, Methylin, Ritalin, Ritalin SR, Ritalin LA Generic Name: methylphenidate Usage Concerta ... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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