Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
...Although these drugs stimulate the central nervous system, they have a calming effect on people with ADHD. These drugs include: Methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Metadate, Daytrana) Dexmethylphenidate (Focalin) Amphetamine-dextroamphetamine (Adderall) Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine, Dextrostat)...
Medical Encyclopedia (A.D.A.M.) · More like this

Drug abuse and dependence
...(Dilaudid), and Oxycontin. Central nervous system stimulants include amphetamines, cocaine, dextroamphetamine, methamphetamine, and methylphenidate (Ritalin). Caffeine and nicotine are the most commonly used stimulants. These drugs have a stimulating effect, and people can start needing higher amounts...
Medical Encyclopedia (A.D.A.M.) · More like this

Behavior - unusual or strange
...fever (for example, pneumonia) Side effects of antidepressants, such as Prozac Side effects of medication for attention deficit disorder, such as Ritalin Home Care A doctor should check any unusual behaviors or personality changes. Treatments are based on the following causes of delirium: Brain tumor,...
Medical Encyclopedia (A.D.A.M.) · More like this

Drowsiness
...can treat hypothyroidism, hypercalcemia, and hypo/hypernatremia. For drowsiness due to narcolepsy, your doctor may prescribe stimulants (such as Ritalin). For drowsiness due to other causes, seek medical help. When to Contact a Medical Professional Contact your health care provider if you think...
Medical Encyclopedia (A.D.A.M.) · More like this

Narcolepsy
...stimulants. The medicine also helps maintain wakefulness. Other stimulants include dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine, DextroStat) and methylphenidate (Ritalin). Antidepressant medications can help to reduce episodes of cataplexy, sleep paralysis, and hallucinations. Antidepressants include: Selective...
Medical Encyclopedia (A.D.A.M.) · More like this

See also: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Narcolepsy

Having trouble finding what you want?

• Try browsing our A-Z List of Drug Names or our Medical Encyclopedia.
• Try posting your query on the Drugs.com Community Discussion Boards
• Drug Interactions Checker provides detailed information on drug-drug and drug-food interactions.
• Pill Identifier will help you identify an unknown pill by imprint code or shape/color.
• Image Search is helpful if you want to know what a certain pill looks like.
• News, FDA Approvals or In The Pipeline may help if the drug you are looking for is a new drug.