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Ritalin is an appetite suppressant which is a kind of stimulant (psychiatric drug).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Appetite suppressant

Generic Drug

Methylphenidate

Side Effects

Common

Abdominal pain
Drowsiness
Headache
Dizziness
Fever
Nervousness
Nausea
Irritability
Alopecia
Excessive sweating
Visual difficulties
Hair loss
Heart palpitations
Motor tics
Dyskinesia
Loss of appetite
Emotional instability
Rash
Angina
Unintentional weight loss
Change in vision
Emotional problems
Reduced appetite

Serious

Drug problems
Hypersensitivity
Aggressive behavior
Hallucinations
Illegal drug abuse
Loss of temper

Treats

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults
Condition
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children
Condition
Narcolepsy
Condition
ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
Condition

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