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Suggest Treatment For Withdrawal Symptoms Of Ritalin
Question: what happens if Ritalin is abrubtly discontinued
Brief Answer:
There can be some withdrawal symptoms - mostly agitation.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,
It is possible to have withdrawal symptoms if Ritalin is abruptly discontinued. Some people have more than others. Symptoms usually start within 24 hours after discontinuation.
The main symptoms are agitation nervousness and irritability. People can also have nausea, feel very tired, rapid heart rate, and some can have depression and disturbed sleep.
Although it is highly individualized, side effects can last a few days to a few months. More commonly though, side effects are most severe in the first few days and are over by 1 month.
I hope this information helps.
There can be some withdrawal symptoms - mostly agitation.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,
It is possible to have withdrawal symptoms if Ritalin is abruptly discontinued. Some people have more than others. Symptoms usually start within 24 hours after discontinuation.
The main symptoms are agitation nervousness and irritability. People can also have nausea, feel very tired, rapid heart rate, and some can have depression and disturbed sleep.
Although it is highly individualized, side effects can last a few days to a few months. More commonly though, side effects are most severe in the first few days and are over by 1 month.
I hope this information helps.
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