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    • METHYLPHENIDATE HCL (Generic for RITALIN)

    • QTY 30
    • 10 MG
    • Tablet

METHYLPHENIDATE (meth il FEN i date) treats attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It works by improving focus and reducing impulsive behavior. It may also be used to treat narcolepsy. It works by promoting wakefulness. It belongs to a group of medications called stimulants.

METHYLPHENIDATE HCL (Generic for RITALIN) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Methylphenidate Hydrochloride 10mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Alcohol
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Do not drink alcoholic beverages while taking certain extended-release Methylphenidate products such as Ritalin LA and Metadate CD. Also, side effects from all Methylphenidate products may get worse if you drink alcohol. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before drinking alcohol while you are taking Methylphenidate.
    • Notes for Professionals: Alcohol consumption should be avoided during treatment with certain extended-release (ER) dosage forms of methylphenidate (e.g., Ritalin LA, Metadate CD). Results from an in vitro study showed that at an alcohol concentration of 40%, there was a 98% release of extended-release methylphenidate (Ritalin LA) from the 40 mg capsule in the first hour after administration. In addition, concurrent use with alcohol may exacerbate the CNS-related adverse effects of methylphenidate.

  • Methylphenidate Hydrochloride 10mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    • Severity: Moderate
    • Notes for Consumers: Limit Caffeine intake (examples: coffee, teas, colas, chocolate, and some dietary supplements) while taking Methylphenidate. Also avoid non-prescription or prescription medicines containing additional caffeine whenever possible. Side effects from Methylphenidate may get worse if your Caffeine intake is too high. Taking a high amount of Caffeine can increase the risk of nausea, nervousness, palpitations, problems with sleep, rapid heartbeat, or other common side effects.
    • Notes for Professionals: Caffeine is a CNS stimulant and such actions are expected to be additive when coadministered with other CNS stimulants or psychostimulants. Avoid excessive caffeine intake during use of methylphenidate. Excessive caffeine ingestion (via medicines, foods like chocolate, dietary supplements, or beverages including coffee, green tea, other teas, colas) may contribute to side effects like nervousness, irritability, nausea, insomnia, or tremor. Patients should avoid medications and dietary supplements which contain high amounts of caffeine.

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