the half life of methylphenidate is around 2-7 hours, and the onset is usually an hour
other
effects
it is an appetite surpressant, if you take this at a young age you will be likely skinny most of your life, its better to start taking it at a young age consistantly becuase when you are older starting meds can cause trauma
+ abuse of this drugs is extremely low compared to adderall
effects
focused and calm
this medication does not cause a euphoria but in high doses can cause psychosis. it helps a person focus a few hours after taking it, for 8 hours.
+ rapid heart beat delerium, psychosis,
use
it is used to treat adhd
ADHD and narcolepsy, it is a cns stimulant
+ dopamine is a neurotransmitter that give you feeling of reward
Brain
it acts by raising dopamine
the reason children might be having problems focusing or being impulsive is a side effect of lower dopamine levels
+ tapering down
side effects
ceasing use
stopping usage of this should be known by a doctor becuase withdrawal and agitation can happen even though it is non addictive it is unsafe to cease use.
+ADHD is chronic, but it can be treated and helped but not cured
Adhd
is an attention disorder
adhd affects many children around the world and over 3 million cases per year in the US
Methylphenidate /Ritalin
