Ritalin is a psychostimulating remedy indicated for the treatment of ADHD in adults or children over 6 or for narcolepsy in adults.
This remedy contains methylphenidate hydrochloride in its composition that stimulates brain activity, being found in the form of 10 mg tablets or 10, 20, 30 or 40 mg capsules, with the names Ritalin or Ritalin La.
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Ritalin can be provided free of charge by SUS or bought in mediating pharmacies the presentation of the prescription, which is valid for up to 30 days after the prescription date.
So that Serve
Ritalin is indicated for the treatment of:
- Attention deficit disorder and hyperactivity (ADHD) in adults and children over 6;
- Narcolepsy in adults.
Ritalin has in its methylphenidate composition, which is a psychostimulant, which inhibits the reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain, which are neurotransmitters responsible for increasing concentration and warning state and decreasing drowsiness.
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Ritalin serves to study?
Ritalin can improve attention, warning state and cognitive capacity in children with ADHD, which improves performance in studies.
However, ritalin is not indicated to study or stay awake longer as it can cause several dangerous side effects for those who take without indication, such as increased pressure, palpitations, hallucinations or chemical dependence, for example.
How to take
Ritalin should be taken orally with a glass of water before or after a meal.
Ritalin dosage varies according to the condition to be treated and age, which includes:
1. Ritalin 10 mg compressed
Ritalin 10 mg tablet is suitable for ADHD in children over 6 and adolescents or adults in adults.
The normally recommended doses are:
- ADHD in children over 6 and adolescents: It should be started with 5 mg, 1 or 2 times a day. This dose can be increased by the doctor in weekly increments of 5 to 10 mg. The total daily dose must be administered at divided doses;
- Narcolepsy in adults: The average dose 20 to 30 mg per day, taken at 2 to 3 divided doses.
If necessary, the ritalin tablet can be broken in half at equal doses, and halves can be stored and used within 24 hours.
Daily doses of Ritalin for ADHD in children over 6 years old and adolescents or narcolepsy in adults should not exceed 60 mg per day.
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2. Ritalin La Capsules
The modified release capsules of Ritalin LA contain 10, 20 30 or 40 mg methylphenidate hydrochloride, usually indicated for the treatment of ADHD in children, adolescents or adults.
The posology of the recommended ritalin is:
- ADHD in children over 6 and adolescents: The recommended initial dose is 10 to 20 mg of Ritalin La, once a day.
- ADHD in adults: The recommended initial dose is 20 mg, once a day.
The maximum dose of Ritalin La for the treatment of ADHD in children over 6 years old and adolescents should not exceed 60 mg per day. For adults the maximum daily dose is 80 mg.
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If necessary, the Ritalin La capsule can be opened and its content mixed with food, such as apple juice, for example.
The food should not be hot and should be consumed immediately after the mixture, not being consumed to be consumed later.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects of ritalin are:
- Stuffy nose feeling;
- Cough;
- Decreased appetite;
- Abdominal discomfort;
- Muscle pain;
- Nausea;
- Dry mouth;
- Asia.
Moreover, nervousness, insomnia, fainting, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, tremor, changes in heartbeat, fever or allergic reactions may also emerge.
Because it is amphetamine, methylphenidate hydrochloride can cause dependence if used inappropriately.
Ritalin lose weight?
Ritalin is not suitable for weight loss, however people with ADHD or narcolepsy may have loss of appetite as a side effect of this medicine, leading to weight loss.
In children, decreased appetite can result in weight loss or growth delay.
Who should not use
Ritalin should not be used by children under 6, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people who have anxiety, agitation or hyperthyroidism.
In addition, this medicine should not be used in cases of severe high blood pressure, angina, occlusive artery disease, heart failure, congenital heart disease, cardiomyopathies, myocardial infarction or arrhythmias.
Ritalin is also contraindicated for people with glaucoma, feochromocytoma or Tourette syndrome.
Nor should it be used during treatment with monoamino oxidase (MAOA) inhibitors, or within at least 2 weeks of discontinuation of treatment due to the risk of hypertensive crises.
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