Methylphenidate works in the treatment of ADHD by increasing attention and decreasing restlessness in children and in adults who are overactive, cannot concentrate for very long or are easily distracted, and are impulsive. This medicine is used as part of a total treatment program that also includes social, educational and psychological treatment.

This medicine is available only with a doctor’s prescription. Prescriptions cannot be refilled. A new written prescription must be obtained from your doctor each time your or your child needs this medicine.

Precautions:
Your doctor should check your progress at regular visits and make sure that this medicine does not cause unwanted effects, such as high blood pressure.

Methylphenidate may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or changes in vision, Do not drive a car, ride a bicycle, operate machinery, or do other things that might be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

If you take this medicine in large doses and/or for a long time, do not stop taking it without first checking with your doctor. Your doctor may want you to reduce gradually the amount you are taking before you stop completely.

If you think you may have become mentally or physically dependent on this medicine, check with your doctor. Some signs of dependence are: a strong desire to continue taking the medicine, a need to increase the dosage to receive the effects, withdrawal effects which include mental depression, unusual behavior or unusual tiredness or weakness when medication is stopped.