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Ritalin

Ritalin is a brand name for methylphenidate, a psychostimulant drug. Manufactured by Novartis, it is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder among children and narcolepsy among adults. Ritalin is commonly available in tablet or capsule form.

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Does ritalin show up as amphetamine?

Yes, it does. Methylphenidate is not the same as "regular" amphetamine; but is derived from it and is similarly classed - "stimulants." Usually as an amphetamine.

WRONG! It's NOT an amphetamine! Its METHYLPHENIDATE & it WILL NOT show up FOR THE MOST PART on MOST tests. The exceptions are (a) if its a urine test that gets sent to a lab or (b) the 10 panel at home tests (which are pretty rare). They are usually the 5 panel tests which DO NOT test for methylphenidate. You really shouldn't spread misinformation especially when the answer would take 30 seconds to figure out.

Is Ritalin legal?

Ritalin is not an illegal drug unless found on a person who is not prescribed to it. If you are prescribed to it and taking it right then you have nothing to worry about. If you are caught selling it or buying it from people that is considered drug transfer which is illegal.

Does Ritalin cause hair loss?

I too have been taking Strattera now for 4 months and am alarmed and distressed by the large amount of hair that I am a losing. I am a 30 year old mother of two in good health and on no other medication. My psychiatrist has no idea why this is happening or any treatment that may be available for it. Every time I wash my hair in comes out in handfuls and I just don't know what do.

I've been taking 100 mg. Strattera for 3 mo. and I have recently noticed significant hair loss. I'm a 35 yr old female and my husband and kids have even noticed the dramatic thinning of my hair. The doctor and pharmacist both deny it, but this is the ONLY medication I'm on.

I have noticed a thinning in my son's hair over his ears. I do not know if it is caused by the medication but since he has been on this, it is quite noticeable.

My son has been on Strattera now for appx 6 months and his hair has become so thin, it looks as if he is going to be bald before his next birthday. We are stopping it for the summer and will see what happens with the hair loss. Good luck.

Yes! I am certain Strattera is causing hair loss in my husband. He used Strattera last summer and noticed his hair falling out in clumps. He got off of it for winter and now has started back again. His hair never came back and now it is falling out again! He rally needs this to study but we are getting very concerend at this point and will consult with his Dr. on monday.

We have just noticed our 7 year old son is losing his hair too. The only medication he is taking is Strattera. He has been on it for 10 months and we just noticed it after getting his hair cut this week. It seems to have happened very suddenly.

I was taking Strattera for about 6 months before my hair started falling out by the handful! I have always had long, thick, shiny hair - and all of a sudden one day - it started falling out! I had NO other weird side effects from this medication. At the urging of my OBGYN I stopped taking Strattera. My Psychiatrist said, "NO, that's not a side effect." Then, I found this page online. I've been off of the Strattera for almost a month now - and my hair is STILL falling out. I bet I've lost 1/2 the hair on my head... and it's still falling out. If I would have known this was a possible side effect of the medicine - I NEVER would have even thought about taking it. Other than the hair-loss, this medication was wonderful for me. It helped me stay focused, decreased my anxiety, and helped me fall asleep at night.

I have been Taking Straterra now for about 3 months and last night my friend told me I was starting to thin on the rear top of my scalp I told him he was crazy, because I have always had really thick hair and there is not a history of hair loss on my mother or father's side of the family. I then got my hair cut today and also as someone else mentioned about their son I had almost a bald patch above my left ear. I also looked at the top of my scalp and it was just prickly short hair I could basically see my scalp. I am very alarmed at the similarities and descriptions of hair loss with this medication. just another pill the pharmaceutical companies have forced upon us without knowing what some of the long term side effects will be.we're the guinea pigs yay!

Is Ritalin a depressant or tranquilizer?

Methylphenidate improved both social anxiety and ADHD symptoms in adults, study found.

Why does it take so long to lose weight on Ritalin?

well i have ADD and i take Ritalin to help me focusnad when i take the med it makes you not hungry or in other words qehn the Ritalin is kicked in it has a side effect that makes you loose your appitite. thus resulting in you not eating as much, thus causing weight loss

What are the side effects of mixing ibuprofen Ritalin and Adderall?

Ritalin and Adderall will do essentially the same thing. The ibuprofen shouldn't do any harm, but I wouldn't recommend mixing Ritalin with Adderall. If you want a more intense response to the medication you should only use one of the two, maybe double your dosage if you want.

Can you take Ritalin and benzodiazepines?

The answer is YES and NO. They are two different drugs. Ritalin works on dopamine to make it stay for a longer period of time. Hence increase mental alertness, memory, no fatigue, increase concentration, euphoria, increase libido. On the other hand Xanax works on GABA receptors which partly relieves anxiety and is a short acting sedative too. So if both taken in combination the result can be excellent as well as disastrous. excellent in a sense that xanax cops with the adverse effects of Ritalin such as inc. heart rate, anxiety, insomnia etc. And disastrous in a sense that you are playing games with your brain. on one hand you are telling it to slow down while on the other you are wipping it to run faster than normal. Do the math!

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Adderall and Ritalin?

Whats the question? Yes you spelt those to completely different compounds correctly...? I'm assuming You're asking if there is an interaction between the two when taken simutaneously?...In that case, from my experience, yes alchol can potentiate adderall. This obviously depends on how much of each you take. Higher amounts of either will incresse the side effects and potentiating. Its not a good idea, but as for having a beer after a days work on adderall? I'd say its fine, you'll notice alcohol like adderall changes your psychological perception or temporarily elevates your mood. So mixing the two irresponsibly simply makes you feel very drunk/abnoxious and very energetic. Eventually leading to abnormal or uncontrolled behavior, especially when coming down from one or the other compounds, you will get very aggressive, angry, and perhaps say things you will wish you hadn't said. Not advised. Moderation is key. gd lck

How do you get Ritalin out of your system?

To eliminate Ritalin (methylphenidate) from your system, the most effective approach is to stop taking the medication, as it naturally metabolizes and is excreted by the body over time. Staying hydrated and maintaining a healthy diet can support the body's natural detoxification processes. However, it's crucial to consult a healthcare professional before making any changes to medication regimens, as they can provide guidance tailored to your individual health needs.

Can you mix Percocet Ritalin and alcohol?

yes you can, you will feel amazing. I usually take 3 perks then smoke a joint and feel pretty good :)

Is it safe to mix Ritalin and marijuana?

Of course! Marijuana is completely natural and can be used with any drugs with no side effects other than a high of course.

What class drugs are Ritalin?

CNS (central nervous system) stimulant schedule II federal classification

In a normal blood test will Ritalin show up if you are taking it?

No it is a drug prescribed for numerous things and is different to other drunks (amphetamines or methamphetamine) which will show up on a drug test. Ritalin is not usally tested for however if the person issuing the test wants to it can be tested.

Do methadone clinics test for Ritalin?

Most would say that they wouldn't considering the cost it would take for such a test. I was reading a comment b4 about a guy that was doing it over a year n always getting tested at his clinic and never had a worry. So I would say no. Besides, I wouldn't think they'd bother a healthy muscle guy considering most people I see at my clinic I go to looking all skinny and nasty! Lol

Do they test for Ritalin in a 5 panel drug test?

Yes and No. There are two things to consider. The first is TIME and the second is CHEMICAL COMPOSITION.

Chemically, I think it does. First, according to this advertisement

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THC (marijuana), Cocaine (Crack), Methamphetamine (Ecstasy), Amphetamine, and Opiates (Morphine/vicodin/percocet/heroin/prescription pain killers/etc.) all show up on the five panel drug test.

While Ritalin is not actually methamphetamine or amphetamine, it IS methylphenidate. Methylphenidate "looks" a lot like amphetamine AND cocaine (benzoylmethylecogine) The test probably tests for the metabolites of aromatic compounds, rather than the actual presence of these drugs in your system (unless you get a blood test). My guess is that if the substances are similar in nature to begin with, then they probably get degraded to common compounds. Which means, it probably would show up if you took enough of the drug. Just what is "enough" depends upon how much you weight, where that weight comes from (sorry fatties, but drugs like living in the extra non-polar lipid bundles around your waist), how active you are, and MOST IMPORTANTLY,

TIME!

Ritalin gets metabolized beyond therapeutic efficacy within 24 hours. It's virtually all out of your system after 48 hours, and if you go the distance...say 96 hours, it's fully out of your system. No doubt.

There is no actual way to "fail" or "pass" a drug test. It all depends upon what your employer/drug officer/wife..don't ask is concerned about. If you say you take Ritalin to help with school, chances are they won't get too concerned with a positive test for amphetamines. That said, don't be stupid and smoke weed and think you can get away with it just because you take Ritalin. That's completely different.

Lastly, if you're still concerned, call the drug testing company up, pretend to be an employer who wants to drug test an employee who you think is abusing Ritalin, and ask if they are able to detect it, and if so, say "the employee doesn't work Friday-Sunday, but they're "over the top" on Monday" and that you've heard them discuss abusing drugs with other employees, etc. fill in the blanks. hope this helps.

How does methylphenidate interact with nortriptyline?

I have been taking 15mg of Methylphenidate twice each day for the past 18 months. It is for Adult ADHD. I am 59 years old. I have no general history of drug abuse other than having smoke pot and heavy drinking when I was a kid.

From time to time I have taken more Methylphenidate (up to 30mg) per dose and/or taken a third dose during the day. To me it seems 15mg does the job and when I take 20 or 25mg per dose it just gets me a bit reved up. The regular dose of 15mgX2 gives me the "enthusiasm" I need to get through the day.

Just now I started taking Nortriptyline 25mg twice a day for a pinched nerve in my neck. It is supposed to help with nerve pain. I can't say it relieves the pain but it somehow makes it feel different... less intense.

Overall, I am concerned with the combination of the two drugs. One is actually a stimulant, the other an anti-depressant. You'd think they'd work against each other.

I find... after two weeks... that the combination makes me feel quite well as it pertains to ADHD... plenty of focus, no anxiety. Nothing noticed as to adverse side effects.... BP low/normal. Appetite normal.

What happens if you snort metadate CD 40 mg?

I just tried it for the for the time and I feel pretty good however I did about 90mg. Ill tell you more later once I expierment more. Pretty much all ADD and ADHD meds can get you high excpt for Vyvanse which could, but is VERY dangerous because you have to take a f*** ton by mouth, snorting it wont work. Anti-anxcity meds aalso have high potential for abuse, the high is pretty kick a**. Just look up symptoms of what these meds treat and tell your doctor you've been haveing them.

How do you freebase ritalin?

Take your methylphenidate (ritalin) and crush it up into a very fine powder. 20 mg is suggested, though 10 works too.

Put this onto a 5'' by 5'' sheet of foil in a line.

Put an equal line of baking soda onto the foil.

Put just a FEW drops of water onto this powder mixture, just enough for it to be damp.

Swirl mixture in a circle over foil.

Let it dry for a few minutes. If you put too much water, it will take longer to dry.

Put a lighter underneath, get a tube to inhale the smoke coming from the dry powedered circle, and inhale slowly, as the smoke is harsh.

Work your way around the circle, and enjoy!

It produces a high similar to crack, but with less euphoria. It makes 10 mg feel like snorting 30 mg.

That's why they call it "kiddy crack"!

How does profiderall compare to Adderall?

PROFIDERALL is what's called a Cognitive Energy Enhancer. It is a new category of supplements that are designed to increase focus, concentration, and energy like Adderall... but without a prescription. It is great as a smart drung, but isn't designed to be an alternative to ADD/ADHD treatment.

Is Ritalin effective for ADHD?

Ritalin can help increase concentration and attention control in someone who has problems with those things. Some autistic people have problems with attention control; some do not. Ritalin may or may not help those who have problems with attention. Ritalin will not directly affect the symptoms of autism.

Is it safe to take Ritalin and Prozac together?

Yes Ritalin and Prozac (fluoxetine) work in very different ways and are able to be taken together, I take both of them to help with both ADHD and depression and there are no side effects from taking them both simultaniously.

What is Ritalin used to treat?

Ritalin is the most widely known brand-name for methylphenidate. Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy.

A brand of methylphenidate in its hydrochloride form.

proprietary name (Ciba Ltd., originally in Switzerland) for drug methylphenidate hydrochloride, copyrighted 1948, years before the drug itself was marketed.

Can you overdose on Ritalin if you sniff it?

When Ritalin is sniffed it is similar to taking it orally except it is stronger and lasts for a shorter amount of time, it creates more of a high than taking more than you need orally but does not last as long.