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methylphenidate
ADHD
Term | Definition |
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methylphenidate Route | PO |
methylphenidate Action | Acts in CNS to release norepinephrine from nerve terminals Suppresses appetite, increases alertness, elevates mood, improves physical performance Effectiveness and efficacy in ADHD paradoxical |
methylphenidate Use | ADHD , Narcolepsy |
methylphenidate Contraindications | CVS disorders – angina, dysrhythmias, HTN; Anxiety or agitation; Glaucoma; Hyperthyroidism history of drug abuse; Pregnancy; Lactation People with Tourette’s syndrome Children with motor tics |
methylphenidate Adverse effects | CVS – tachycardia, dysrhythmias, HTN; CNS – excessive stimulation, possible anxiety, hyperactivity, nervousness, insomnia, tremors, convulsion, and psychotic behavior ; GI – gastritis, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, anorexia, weight loss |
methylphenidate BBW | drug’s high abuse potential |
methylphenidate monitor | ECG and BP, HR reading. Child - height and weight, growth, diet |
Drug Holiday | - no drugs during school breaks or weekends, allow them to eat so they can ***grow**** and sleep |
methylphenidate teaching | no caffeine |