Ritalin
Generic Name
Methylphenidate
Packs Price
- Tab 10 mg (004458): 3x10: 275.17: 323.73
Company
Novartis
Therapeutic Group
Other Nervous System Drugs
Indication Dosage
Methylphenidate is a medication commonly prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It works by stimulating the central nervous system, leading to improved focus, concentration, and impulse control in individuals with ADHD. In the case of narcolepsy, methylphenidate helps alleviate excessive daytime sleepiness, allowing individuals to stay awake and alert during the day
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder:
- Adult: Initially 5 Mg 2-3 Times A Day, Dose Is Increased If Necessary At Weekly Intervals According To Response, Up To 100 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, If the Effect Wears Off In Evening (with Rebound Hyperactivity) A Dose At Bedtime May Be Appropriate. Treatment May Be Started Using A Modified-Release Preparation (MR Tab)
- Children 6-17 Yrs: Initially 5 Mg 1-2 Times A Day, Increased In Steps Of 5-10 Mg Daily If Required, At Weekly Intervals, Up To 60 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, Increased If Necessary Up To 2.1 Mg/kg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, Discontinue If No Response After 1 Month If Effect Wears Off In Evening (with Rebound Hyperactivity) A Dose At Bedtime May Be Appropriate. Treatment May Be Started Using A Modified-Release Preparation (MR Tab)
Narcolepsy:
- Adult: 10-60 Mg Daily In Divided Doses; Usual Dose 20-30 Mg Daily In Divided Doses, Dose To Be Taken Before Meals
Content
- Tab 10mg: Methylphenidate Hci 10mg.
- Mr Tab 18mg /36mg: Methylphenidate Hci 18mg /36mg.
Pregnancy
Avoid Unless Potential Benefit Outweighs Risk.
Stability
Contra Indications
- Cardiovascular Disease, Cerebrovascular Disorders, Anorexia Nervosa, Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Hyperthyroidism, Phaeochromocytoma, Psychosis, Severe Depression, Severe Hypertension, Structural Cardiac Abnormalities, Suicidal Ideation, Uncontrolled Bipolar Disorder, Vasculitis, Hypersensitivity To Methylphenidate.
Precautions
- Cardiovascular Disease, Cerebrovascular Disorders, Anorexia Nervosa, Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Hyperthyroidism, Phaeochromocytoma, Psychosis, Severe Depression, Severe Hypertension, Structural Cardiac Abnormalities, Suicidal Ideation, Uncontrolled Bipolar Disorder, Vasculitis, Hypersensitivity To Methylphenidate.
Lactation
Side Effects
- Aggression
- Alopecia
- Anorexia
- Arrhythmias
- Arthralgia
- Asthenia
- Drowsiness
- Changes In Blood Pressure
- Depression
- Gi Disturbance
- Dyspepsia
- Dizziness
- Dry Mouth
- Fever
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Irritability
- Movement Disorders
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nervousness
- Palpitation
- Pruritus
- Rash
- Tachycardia
- Tics
- Vomiting
- Abnormal Dreams
- Confusion
- Dyspnea
- Epistaxis
- Haematuria
- Muscle Cramps
- Suicidal Ideation
- Urinary Frequency
- Bradycardia
- Convulsions.
- Rare: Angina
- Sweating
- Visual Disturbances
- Supraventricular Tachycardia