Methylphenidate FDA Link Generic

A central nervous system stimulant used most commonly in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER in children and for NARCOLEPSY. Its mechanisms appear to be similar to those of DEXTROAMPHETAMINE. The d-isomer of this drug is referred to as DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE.

Also Known As:

Ritalin; Metadate; Methylin; Ritalin-SR; Centedrin; Concerta; Daytrana; Equasym; Methylphenidate Hydrochloride; Phenidylate; Ritaline; Tsentedrin; Hydrochloride, Methylphenidate; Ritalin SR; 2-Piperidineacetic acid, alpha-phenyl-, methyl ester

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Central Nervous System Stimulants
Dopamine Uptake Inhibitors

Organic Chemicals: 133
- Carboxylic Acids: 973
  - Carbocyclic Acids
    - Phenylacetates: 3
      - Methylphenidate: 4518
Heterocyclic Compounds: 198
- 1-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - Piperidines: 17
    - Methylphenidate: 4518

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