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 take this medication too often. Long-term overuse of this medication may...
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Full Question: Last year I developed a severe migraine that lasted for 3 months and left me unable to work. On January 8 of this year I... Read more »
A 2010 study showed that neck pain is more common as a symptom of Migraine than nausea.2 (See Neck Pain as a Migraine Symptom.) Now... Read more »
Full Question: What is the latest information about what medications are safe to take during pregnancy? Some of my doctors say Imitrex is... Read more »
We all know how difficult it can be to get good Migraine and headache care. You'd think it would be getting easier, but with the state of... Read more »
It is a good idea to type and print your migraine diary before you see your doctor in order to keep it legible and clean. If you arrive prepared,... Read more »
Information presented at the 61st Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology (April, 2009) indicates that glutamate receptors may play a... Read more »
Brand Name: Concerta, Daytrana, Metadate CD, Methylin, Ritalin, Ritalin SR, Ritalin LA Generic Name: methylphenidate Usage Concerta ... Read more »
The mothers of three children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) discuss their approaches to dealing with their... Read more »
Teens who misuse attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) drugs are at greater risk for needing emergency treatment for drug reactions than... Read more »