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What is Ritalin? Examining its benefits, side effects, and how to use it
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What is Ritalin? Examining its benefits, side effects, and how to use it

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Ritalin pill in Iran is the brand name of methylphenidate.... This drug is one of the most important drugs prescribed by psychiatrists to treat the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

To learn more about the drug methylphenidate, join us in this article from GCORP LLC to explore what Ritalin is good for and how to take it.

Table of contents:

  • What is Ritalin pill?
  • Ritalin pill certificate information
  • Mechanism of methylphenidate (Ritalin) drug effect
  • Ritalin pill benefits
  • How to use Ritalin for adults Children
  • Ritalin contraindications
  • What are the side effects of Ritalin?
  • Ritalin tablets to study
  • How to stop methylphenidate (Ritalin)
    • Ritalin withdrawal effects

    What is Ritalin?

    The ingredients in this pill normalize brain reactions so that a person can concentrate more.... Ritalin is usually absorbed orally or through the skin.... Currently, the best Ritalin pills are produced in doses of 5, 10 and 20 mg...

    Ritalin Birth Certificate Information

    Methylphenidate (Ritalin) drug effect mechanism

    Ritalin has the greatest effect on dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain... Dopamine is considered a type of neurotransmitter that plays an important role in the transmission of nerve messages between neurons and can affect movement, pleasure and attention... Actually, Ritalin as a stimulant improves the function of brain neurons by increasing the level of these neurotransmitters.

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    Benefits of Ritalin

    The uses of Ritalin are:

    • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
    • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Treatment of symptoms of sleep attacks (narcolepsy)
    • Treatment of depression disorder in some people
    • Controlling behavioral problems
    • Improve listening skills
    • Increase concentration to organize tasks

    How to use Ritalin

    Ritalin should be prescribed by a psychiatrist, and using it according to a precise schedule can bring you closer to the desired result. The doctor usually prescribes this drug 2 or 3 times a day, depending on the patient's health.

    Most experts believe that the best time to take methylphenidate is 30 to 45 minutes before a meal.. But if you have stomach upset, you can take this pill with or after a meal.. Remember that Ritalin is addictive if used incorrectly.. So follow your doctor's advice when using it.

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    Dose of Ritalin tablets in adults and children

    The dose of this drug depends on the medical condition and your body's response.. The psychiatrist usually determines the dose of Ritalin based on body weight and the severity of the ADHD (attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder) disease... Below you can see the appropriate dose of Ritalin tablets for children and adults:

    • Adults: Methylphenidate is initially prescribed for adults at a dose of 5 mg (2 times a day).
    • Children: This medicine is prescribed for children one milligram per kilogram of their weight... Usually, the doctor considers a daily dose of 5 to 20 milligrams for children.

    Methylphenidate medicine should be taken according to the doctor's prescription... If you take this pill more than the prescribed dose, it will quickly increase the dopamine level in the brain and create euphoria..

    Other side effects of taking a high dose of Ritalin include the following:

    • Seizures
    • Confused
    • delusions and hallucinations
    • vibration
    • Muscle contractions
    • Mood swings

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    Ritalin contraindications

    Do not take methylphenidate if you have the following diseases or conditions:

    • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
    • glaucoma
    • Heart problems
    • High blood pressure
    • Overactive thyroid
    • Tension and restlessness
    • Severe anxiety
    • Tourette syndrome
    • Phenylketonuria
    • Digestive disorders
    • History of tumor in the adrenal gland
    • Drug and alcohol abuse
    • Treatable depressive disorder

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    What are the side effects of Ritalin?

    The most common side effects of methylphenidate are:

    • Severe shaking
    • Profuse perspiration
    • sleepiness
    • Headache and dizziness
    • fatigue
    • Mood changes
    • Increased blood pressure
    • Feeling confused and anxious
    • Decreased appetite
    • Abdominal pain
    • Weight loss
    • dry mouth
    • Nausea and vomiting
    • Involuntary movements such as nervous tics
    • The appearance of red spots and itching
    • Hair loss
    • hair thinning
    • Increased urine and feces
    • Muscle pain
    • Symptoms of a cold

    See a doctor immediately if any of the following symptoms occur:

    • chest pain
    • Increased heart rate
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • breathing problems
    • involuntary muscle movements
    • vision disorder
    • Cold feeling, numbness, pain, skin color change in fingers and toes (blood circulation disorder)
    • creating a wound without a cause
    • Long and painful erection (more than four hours)

    If you experience the following symptoms after taking Ritalin, take the patient to the emergency room immediately:

    • Fainting
    • Seizures
    • Allergic reaction such as shortness of breath, dizziness, skin rash, swelling of the face, tongue or throat
    • Heart attack (symptoms such as chest pain, left arm pain, jaw locking, shortness of breath and abnormal sweating)
    • Stroke (symptoms such as confusion, sudden change in vision, speech disorder and muscle weakness on one side of the body)

    Some people (especially children and teenagers) may experience unusual thoughts such as aggression, hostile behavior, depression or suicidal thoughts after taking Ritalin, in which case you should report these symptoms to a psychiatrist immediately.

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    Ritalin pills for study

    One of the benefits of this drug is to help with better concentration.. That is why students call Ritalin as a popular exam night drug... while Ritalin tablets are prescribed for attention deficit disorder or insufficient concentration in ADHD patients.... So it can be said that taking Ritalin for better academic performance is not permissible without a psychiatrist's prescription.

    Usually, when your child cannot concentrate on his studies due to attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the psychiatrist will include the use of methylphenidate (Ritalin) in the treatment plan..

    How to stop using methylphenidate (Ritalin)

    This drug has a great effect on the brain and hormonal activities....in fact, the amphetamine-like structure of Ritalin causes psychological dependence....so to quit it, you need to consult and have an initial plan under the supervision of a psychiatrist so that the person does not suffer physical and mental damage.

    Ritalin withdrawal effects

    Suddenly stopping Ritalin can cause the following problems:

    • sleepiness
    • Depression
    • Severe fatigue
    • Mood swings
    • aggression
    • Increasing stress and anxiety
    • Lack of concentration
    • Increasing appetite

    Ritalin drug interactions

    Ritalin interacts with some medications.. So, before taking it, tell your psychiatrist about all the medical medications you are using.. Drugs that interact with Ritalin include:

    • Blood pressure medicines
    • hypnotics such as zolpidem
    • Anticonvulsant drugs
    • Anti-anxiety medications such as diazepam or lorazepam
    • Antidepressants such as phenelzine and tranylcypromine
    • Blood thinners such as warfarin
    • Behavior stabilizing drugs such as lithium
    • Medicines to treat colds or allergies containing decongestants

    Concurrent use of Ritalin with alcohol, coffee and nicotine can cause side effects.

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    Where can I buy Ritalin?

    You can buy Ritalin pills from reputable pharmacies with a prescription from a psychiatrist... Methylphenidate, brand name Ritalin, is a central nervous system stimulant that helps treat symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), sleep attacks (narcolepsy), attention deficit disorder, and depression in some people..

    The proper dosage of this drug should be prescribed by a psychiatrist, because Ritalin has an amphetamine structure and can cause psychological dependence.... For more information about the drug methylphenidate, you can visit the website GCORP LLC and meet the best specialist doctors, including experienced specialists through online psychologists.. The system of this collection .... Also Dear friends... you can refer to a psychiatrist or other specialist you want through the possibility of online consultation.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Ritalin pills cause weight loss?

    Yes.... In most cases, the stimulant drug methylphenidate (Ritalin) creates a feeling of long-term satiety and causes the body to burn more calories. Pregnancy (especially the first three months) is not recommended.

    Is it possible to take Ritalin during breastfeeding?

    No.... The components of this pill can be transferred to the baby through breast milk.. Therefore, it is recommended that lactating women refrain from taking Ritalin without prescribing a psychiatrist and consulting a gynecologist..

    Sources: webmd | Drugs

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