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methylphenidate

[ meth-uhl-fen-i-deyt, -fee-ni- ]

noun

Pharmacology.
  1. a central nervous system stimulant, C 1 4 H 1 9 NO 2 , used in the control of hyperkinetic syndromes and narcolepsy.


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Origin of methylphenidate1

1955–60; methyl + phen(o)- + -ide ( def ) + -ate 2
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The most commonly prescribed drug, methylphenidate, can cost private patients between £15 and £50 per month.

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After the shortage began, Deborah was always able to get hold of one of his medications, methylphenidate, but the exact brand would vary each month.

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In several Mexican cities, about half a dozen samples of methylphenidate — commonly known in the U.S. by the brand names Ritalin and Concerta — did not reveal abnormalities.

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Consistent with previous research, this study showed that when participants received methylphenidate orally, the rate of dopamine increases peaked more than an hour after administration.

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For some children, methylphenidate, commonly known by the brand name Ritalin, is the best option.

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