Methylphenidate

People in the USA who experience Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may face difficulty in paying attention, concentrating, self-control, and many more. It causes premature delivery, low birth weight, brain injury, and using alcohol and tobacco during pregnancy, etc. So, buy Methylphenidate online or at a nearby pharmacy to treat ADHD. 

ADHD affects both children and adults. Doctors or health care professionals can prescribe this medicine to children, teenagers, and adults above the age of 5 years. Sometimes it is also used for treating narcolepsy. 

Methylphenidate medicine consists of two variations that are Immediate-release (IR) and Extended-release (ER). Some brands of Methylphenidate contain Ritalin which comes in the strengths of Ritalin 10 mg and Ritalin 20 mg. Each formulation of methylphenidate dose helps in releasing the drug gently into the patient’s body. 

Functions of Methylphenidate 

Methylphenidate primarily acts as a Norepinephrine Dopamine Reuptake Inhibitor (NDRI). This inhibitor works by enhancing the norepinephrine also known as noradrenaline. The exact mode of action of methylphenidate is still unknown. However, it is thought that this drug works by enhancing the Norepinephrine hormone in the brain and helps in providing a prolonged duration of action. 

The dose of Methylphenidate plays a vital role in the complete mechanism. Higher doses of psychostimulants have been demonstrated to increase Dopamine (DA) and Norepinephrine (NE) efflux across the brain, which can have the impact of impairing cognition and activating the locomotor system.

On the other hand, smaller doses are preferred to specifically activate NE and DE neurotransmission within the prefrontal cortex. It is a region of the brain thought to be important in the pathophysiology of ADHD. Simply, by enhancing clinical efficacy and minimizing adverse effects, methylphenidate follows the physiology of ADHD.

Uses of Methylphenidate 

• Methylphenidate drug is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Doctors may prescribe this medicine to manage depression and other conditions.
• To increase mental performance, some individuals misuse the drug. According to a study, it was found that many students are consuming Methylphenidate medicine for achieving better outcomes in exams.
• However, Some brands of Methylphenidate contain Ritalin, also contain Methylin, Metadate, Concerta, Quillivant, Aptensio, and Cotempla.
• Methylphenidate has the potential to provide beneficial effects to individuals with ADHD.
• Methylphenidate oral tablet helps individuals with ADHD to enhance attention and decrease hyperactivity and impulsiveness.

Dosages of Methylphenidate

• Buy Methylphenidate Online or nearby pharmacy, it is available in the form of oral tablets, chewable oral tablets, oral capsules, and extended-release disintegrating tablets.
• The dosage strengths of Methylphenidate vary. It comes in the strengths of Methylphenidate 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg,18 mg,20 mg, 25 mg,30 mg, 36 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg, 54 mg, 60 mg, 72 mg, 80 mg, 85 mg, 100 mg etc.
• The average dose of this medicine is 20 or 30 mg orally in 2-3 equal doses. Take this medicine about 30 or 45 minutes before a meal. The maximum dose is 60 mg once a day.
• Individuals who are facing sleeplessness should avoid taking this medication in the daytime and early evening.

Side Effects of Methylphenidate 

The common side effects of Methylphenidate are as follows :

• Difficulty in sleeping
• Headache
• Decrease or increase blood pressure 
• Irregular heart rate
• Upset stomach 
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling aggressive
• Depressed 
• Anxious 
• Being sick 
• Dryness in mouth
• Have mood change 
• Weigh loss 
• Dizziness 
• Blurred vision 

Precautions 

• Don’t take Methylphenidate with other medicines. 
• Avoid consuming beverages and caffeine-containing products because they can cause severe side effects and may put you at harm.
• Patients should not use Methylphenidate medicine if having glaucoma, overactive thyroid, heart problems, severe high blood pressure, and so on.
• Before using this medicine, tell the doctor about the patient’s medical history.
• Seek immediate medical help if symptoms of allergic reaction occur like hives, swelling on the face, and around the eyes, and difficulty in breathing, after using Methylphenidate medicine.