Ritalin (Methylphenidate) belongs to the group of medicines called central
Ritalin works by increasing attention and decreasing restlessness in children who are overactive, cannot concentrate for very long, or are easily distracted, and are emotionally unstable.
Ritalin also is used as part of a total treatment program that includes social, educational, and psychological treatment.
Hundreds of clinical...
We have been talking a lot about medications here on ADHD Central lately. Part of the reason for this is that so many of you write in with... Read more »
The FDA approved Risperdal for the treatment of schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder in kids and teens. Risperdal can now be prescribed for... Read more »
The approval by the FDA for the use of Risperdal in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in children is a momentous event.... Read more »
In this post I will share some of the research about an anti-psychotic medication called Risperdal. I will also share our personal... Read more »
Today, the FDA approved Risperdal for the treatment of schizophrenia in adolescents 13 to 17 years old and for the short-term (three week)... Read more »
Brand Name: Concerta, Daytrana, Metadate CD, Methylin, Ritalin, Ritalin SR, Ritalin LA Generic Name: methylphenidate Usage Concerta ... Read more »
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Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: RISPERIDONE - ORAL Pronounced: (riss-PAIR-ih-doan) Warning There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side... Read more »
A new British study suggests that the injectable form of Risperdal--known as Risperdal Consta--may be a more effective long-term treatment option for... Read more »
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Risperdal for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in children and teens. Risperdal... Read more »