Prescription Drug

Evidence-based descriptions of the most popular Rx drugs and their effects. The full spectrum of prescription drug use from habit to addiction.

Can you get addicted to Ritalin?

How can you recognize Ritalin addiction? Guidelines on how you can avoid getting addicted AND signs of Ritalin addiction ...

Physical addiction to Ritalin

Recognize the signs and symptoms of physical addiction to Ritalin in yourself or in someone close to you. How can physic ...

How to help a Ritalin addict?

Looking for help for a Ritalin problem? Learn what doe the process of Ritalin addiction treatment includes, and the ways ...

Ritalin effects

What are the main effects of Ritalin (on the body and brain)? We review the postitive and negative effects of Ritalin he ...

Can you die from taking Ritalin?

Ritalin (methylphenidate) may cause sudden death, heart attack or stroke in people with heart defects or serious heart p ...

How is Ritalin abused?

Ritaline abuse = any time you take Ritalin OTHER THAN PRESCRIBED, especially for euphoric effect. Specific descriptions ...

Can you overdose on Ritalin?

Yes, you can OD on Ritalin. Stimulant intoxication produces a wide array of symptoms including schizophrenic symptoms, m ...

What is Ritalin used for?

Ritalin is used in the treatment of ADHD and is misused as a study aid or as a stimulant drug. ...

Help for Ritalin addiction

Find help for Ritalin addiction with your family doctor, licensed psychologist, psychiatrist, or treatment center. What ...

How to treat Ritalin addiction

Treating Ritalin addiction includes both physcial detox and mental/behavioral change. How to treat Ritalin addiction and ...

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