Ritalin 10 Mg

• Helps improve attention and concentration in people with ADHD.
• May help reduce impulsive and hyperactive behavior associated with ADHD.
• May promote wakefulness in people with narcolepsy when prescribed for this purpose.

Take Ritalin 10 mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dosing schedule depends on the condition being treated and the formulation prescribed. Take the medicine at the recommended times and do not increase the dose without medical advice. If you miss a dose, follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions rather than taking an extra dose.

• Decreased appetite
• Headache
• Nausea or stomach discomfort
• Nervousness or restlessness
• Difficulty sleeping
• Increased heart rate or blood pressure
• Dry mouth

Seek medical attention for chest pain, fainting, severe agitation, hallucinations, seizures, or other serious or unusual symptoms.

• Methylphenidate has a risk of misuse, abuse, dependence, and overdose.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, mental health conditions, seizures, or a history of substance misuse.
• Blood pressure and heart rate may need to be monitored during treatment.
• Take the medicine only as prescribed and do not share it with others.
• Avoid taking it late in the day if it causes difficulty sleeping, unless your doctor specifically instructs otherwise.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines and supplements you take before starting treatment.

Ritalin may interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), certain medicines used for blood pressure, and other stimulant or psychiatric medicines. Combining methylphenidate with an MAOI or within the recommended period after stopping an MAOI can cause dangerous increases in blood pressure. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and supplements you use.

Active ingredient: The active ingredient is methylphenidate hydrochloride, equivalent to 10 mg of methylphenidate. Inactive ingredients may vary depending on the manufacturer and tablet formulation.

Inactive ingredients vary by manufacturer and batch. Check the leaflet inside your pack if you have a known excipient allergy.

Store Ritalin 10 mg according to the manufacturer's instructions, generally at controlled room temperature and protected from excessive heat and moisture. Keep the medicine securely stored and out of reach of children and unauthorized users. Dispose of unused or expired medication according to local medication-disposal guidance.