2024年3月22日 · Ritalin is a central nervous system stimulant. Methylphenidate affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Ritalin is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy.

2023年10月26日 · Ritalin hydrochloride, methylphenidate hydrochloride USP, is a mild central nervous system (CNS) stimulant, available as tablets of 5, 10, and 20 mg for oral administration; Ritalin-SR is available as sustained-release tablets of 20 mg for oral administration.

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2023年6月30日 · For ADHD and narcolepsy in children, the usual starting dosage of Ritalin is 5 mg twice per day. Each dose is typically taken 30–45 minutes before breakfast and lunch.

2024年3月12日 · Ritalin (methylphenidate hydrochloride) is a prescription drug that’s used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It comes as an oral tablet and an...

2023年9月24日 · Methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin) is a stimulant medication that's used for treating attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (daytime sleepiness) in adults and children ages 6 years and older. It works by raising the levels of certain chemicals in your brain to keep you focused and awake.

2025年1月1日 · Methylphenidate is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy. Methylphenidate should be used as a part of a total treatment program for ADHD that may include counseling or other therapies.

2023年8月23日 · Ritalin. The recommended starting dosage of Ritalin for ADHD is 5 mg taken twice per day. Your child will take their first 5-mg dose before breakfast and their second 5-mg dose before...

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually 2 or 3 times a day. This medication is best taken 30 to 45 minutes before a meal. However, if you have stomach upset, you may take this medication with or after a meal or snack. Taking this medication late in the day may cause trouble sleeping (insomnia).

2023年10月13日 · Detailed dosage guidelines and administration information for Ritalin (methylphenidate hydrochloride). Includes dose adjustments, warnings and precautions.