What is Ritalin?
Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant. It
affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to
hyperactivity and impulse control.
Important information
You should not use Ritalin if you have glaucoma, tics or Tourette's syndrome, or severe anxiety, tension, or agitation.
Do not use Ritalin if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and othersMethylphenidate may be habit forming
Before taking this medicine
Do not use Ritalin if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.You should not use Ritalin if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
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glaucoma;
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a personal or family history of tics (muscle twitches) or Tourette's syndrome; or
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severe anxiety, tension, or agitation (stimulant medicine can make these symptoms worse).
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heart problems or a congenital heart defect;
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high blood pressure; or
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a family history of heart disease or sudden death.
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depression, mental illness, bipolar disorder, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts or actions;
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motor tics (muscle twitches) or Tourette's syndrome;
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blood circulation problems in the hands or feet;
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seizures or epilepsy;
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problems with the esophagus, stomach, or intestines;
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an abnormal brain wave test (EEG); or
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a history of drug or alcohol addiction.
It is not known whether methylphenidate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Ritalin is not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 years old.
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