Question

Drug Information Sheet Complete the drug information sheet below on the following drug:   Ritalin

Drug Name Trade/Generic	Classification	Uses	Adverse Reactions	Contraindications &/or Precautions	Patient Management Issues	Dose Range

Answer 1

Drug Name Trade/Generic	Classification	Uses	Adverse rection	Contraindications or precautions	Patient management issues	Dose range
Trade Names Ritalin,Biphentin Methylin,Daytrana Quillivant,Tranquilyn Generic name Methylphenidate Hcl	CNS stimulant of the phenethylamine	Used in * ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Narcolepsy * ADD (Attention deficit disorder)	Nausea insomnia GI disturbances weight loss Restlessness lethargy,dizziness Depression,blurried vision,confusion palpitation Hyperhydrosis Anorexia Dry mouth	*Do not use if patient have Glaucoma,severe anxiety,Tension Tourettes syndrome *It is a abusing type of drug so explain to physician if you had problems with this drug. *Do not use Ritalin along with MAOinhibitors (example :Linezolid). *Do not use if patient have psychological problems because it worsen the condition. *Do not use in cardiac patients.	*It may cause agitated response from patient due to CNS stimulation so observe carefully for avoid issues. *Adverse effects during treatment affect the physical and mental status of person so ensure family support in that period. *Patients try to refuse treatment is common due to side effects so need to maintain peaceful therapeutic environment.	Adults average dose is 20-40MG Daily before meals. Children (6 Years and over) 5MG Twice daily before meals.