Does Ritalin make you nervous?
Increased anxiety can be a side effect of stimulant medication for ADHD , like Ritalin. So it could be making your child more anxious. But there are other factors that could be causing an increase in anxiety.
Does ADHD medication make your heart beat faster?
An analysis of 10 clinical trials reported that ADHD medications significantly increased resting heart rate by 5.7 beats per minute, which is positively correlated with higher rates of cardiovascular disease.
Does methylphenidate affect heart rate?
Methylphenidate is known to raise heart rate, but it is not significantly associated with an increase in the short-term or mid-term risk of severe cardiac events when used to treat children.
What are the side effects of high doses of Ritalin?
High doses can also lead to life-threatening complications such as heart failure, seizures, and significantly high body temperature. Ritalin can reduce appetite in some people. Other side effects include stomachache and nausea. Misusing this drug can also cause vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
How much Ritalin should I take for anxiety?
After monitoring the desired and undesired side effects for several days (I use three days), the dosage is increased by one 5 mg tablet. Thus, when starting Ritalin, a typical dosing schedule would be to take one 5 mg tablet for the first three days, then take two together on days four through six.
How much Ritalin can a 10 year old take?
If 10 mg of Ritalin works better than 5 mg and as well as 15 mg, then the child should take only 10 mg. In certain cases, however, even 5 mg may make a child jittery or bring on a headache (both rare at 5 mg but possible).
What is the best time of day to take Ritalin?
Immediate release Ritalin tablets: Initial Dose: 10 mg orally 2 or 3 times daily, preferably 30 to 45 minutes before breakfast and lunch, and a third dose between 2 and 4 PM, if necessary. For patients who have trouble sleeping at night while receiving methylphenidate, the last dose should be taken before 6 PM.