Definitions for Ritalin
ˈrɪt l ɪnri·tal·in

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1. methylphenidate, Ritalinnoun

   central nervous system stimulant (trade name Ritalin) used in the treatment of narcolepsy in adults and attention deficit disorder in children

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1. Ritalinnoun

   A trademark for a mild form of amphetamine used to counter attention deficit disorder.

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1. Ritalin

   Methylphenidate, sold under the brand names Ritalin and Concerta among others, is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and, to a lesser extent, narcolepsy. It is a primary medication for ADHD; it may be taken by mouth or applied to the skin, and different formulations have varying durations of effect, commonly ranging from 2–4 hours. Though there is little to no evidence, and in some cases contradictory evidence, to support its use as an athletic performance enhancer, cognitive enhancer, aphrodisiac or euphoriant, claims persist that it can be used for these purposes.Common adverse reactions of methylphenidate include: tachycardia, palpitations, headache, insomnia, anxiety, hyperhidrosis, weight loss, decreased appetite, dry mouth, nausea, and abdominal pain. Withdrawal symptoms may include: chills, depression, drowsiness, dysphoria, exhaustion, headaches, irritability, lethargy, nightmares, restlessness, suicidal thoughts, and weakness.Methylphenidate is believed to work by blocking the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine by neurons. It is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant of the phenethylamine and piperidine classes. Despite the claim made by some urban legends, it is not a cocaine derivative nor analog; cocaine is a local anesthetic and ligand channel blocker with SNDRI action, while methylphenidate is an NDRI with 2–3 fold selectivity for the dopamine transporter (DAT) over the norepinephrine transporter (NET). Cocaine is also more potent in serotonin transporters (SERTs) than NDRI sites.Methylphenidate was first synthesized in 1944 and was approved for medical use in the United States in 1955. It was originally sold by Swiss company CIBA (now Novartis). It was estimated that the number of doses of methylphenidate used globally in 2013 increased by 66% compared to 2012. In 2020, it was the 41st most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 15 million prescriptions. It is available as a generic medication.In the United Kingdom, through the National Health Service, the drug is first-line medication for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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1. ritalin

   Ritalin is a brand name for the prescription drug Methylphenidate, primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. This medication is classified as a stimulant and works by affecting chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. It helps patients to focus, pay better attention, and control behavior problems. It is often used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, including psychological, educational, and social therapies. It's important to note though that misuse of Ritalin can lead to addiction or other serious health issues.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Ritalin in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Ritalin in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of Ritalin in a Sentence

1. George DuPaul:

   No, there is no evidence of that. In fact, if anything, there's stronger evidence that Ritalin and other medications that are used to treat ADHD would reduce violence and aggressive behavior.

2. Lauren Moran:

   There are subtle differences in the way Adderall and Ritalin affect dopamine systems in the brain.

3. George DuPaul:

   We've been studying drugs like Ritalin for over 50 years, and there are hundreds and hundreds of research studies on the impact of these medications on individuals with ADHD, and although there are side effects for sure.

4. Billy Bushowes:

   I was diagnosed with ADD when I was young and the doctor tried to give me Ritalin, and my mom said, ‘No.’ It was just her choice at the time, but I’ve lived with it, i went and had myself tested a little while ago with this doctor at UCLA and sure enough — off the charts. [My] ADD is off the charts! But I think about it and it’s really .?.?. ADA — attention deficit advantage. It’s just the other thing. Things they’re not interested in goes by the wayside, but when you [have ADD and] find what you are interested in, there’s a laser focus to it. And it’s helped me be good at what I do.

5. George DuPaul:

   The drugs also tend to help with reducing impulsive behavior and reducing hyperactivity, or high activity levels, and those are the primary symptoms of ADHD, we've been studying drugs like Ritalin for over 50 years, and there are hundreds and hundreds of research studies on the impact of these medications on individuals with ADHD, and although there are side effects for sure.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Ritalin
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Ritalin
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ritalin
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Usage in printed sources
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