Ritalin Abuse WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Ritalin Abuse
Ritalin is classified as a stimulant and is sometimes abused by individuals for the "high" it induces. It is prescribed for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.1 Common side effects of Ritalin misuse include tremors, agitation, rapid heartbeat, and hypertension.2
Fast Facts:
- Ritalin is a brand name for the generic drug methylphenidate.1
- Ritalin was introduced to the market in 1950; the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) monitors manufacturing, distribution, and prescription activity.3
- Psychiatric complications, which can include psychotic episodes, hallucinations, and paranoia, may occur while ingesting large quanties of Ritalin.2
- Tapering and behavioral therapy are the treatment regimen for individuals addicted to Ritalin.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 eMedTV: Ritalin Abuse
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 AHealthyMe: Abuse of Ritalin and Other ADHD Drugs
- ↑ National Institute on Drug Abuse (via About.com): Ritalin
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- Contributor: Carolyn DeLucas
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Dec. 9, 2009
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- Contributor: Carolyn DeLucas
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Ritalin and Abuse, Abuse and Ritalin, Drug Abuse and Ritalin, Ritalin and Drug Abuse
- Last update: Jul. 22, 2009
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