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Ritalin is a prescription stimulant used to treat ADD and ADHD. Methylphenidate stimulates the central nervous system causing a reduction of impulsive behavior and enabling concentration. Due to the stimulating properties Ritalin has become a drug of abuse by people that do not have prescriptions. Increasing controversy over the safety of Ritalin in long term use has also been raised.
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Fast Facts:
- Generic: Methylphenidate
- Street Names: Kibbles & Bits, Kiddy-Cocaine, Pineapple, R-Ball, Skippy, Smart Drug, Smarties, Vitamin R, West Coast
- Mechanism of Action: Dopamine reuptake inhibitor
- Other Uses: Narcolepsy, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression
- Common Side Effects: Arrhythmia, increased blood pressure, appetite loss, blurred vision, nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain, muscle twitches, insomnia, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nervousness, euphoria, fever
- Trivia: Ritalin is a stimulant, but it exerts a calming effect on people with ADHD
- Can also cause addiction
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Ritalin.
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@TheRealZoraL *flails like a five year old girl who hasn't taken her Ritalin*
@RealShaneGray | November 09, 2009 11:53 PM -
its like my ritalin is working... but for all the wrong things!!! been looking at real estate for the last 4 hours ahhh
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My brother forgot to take his Ritalin today. That explains a lot.
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