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Does Methylphenidate Cause Aggressive Behaviour?

yes my son has been taking methylphenidate for a few years now and in those few years i have notice him becoming more aggressive as well as throwing violent tantrums he breaks things etc etc my oldest daughter and youngest daughter are afraid of him could this be because of that particular medication?
Tue, 17 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, methylphenidate can cause aggressive behavior.
Methylphenidate is CNS (central nervous system) (brain) stimulant. On long term use, it causes aggressive behavior like anger, violence, short tempered etc.
Since your son was taking this tablet for 2 years, his aggressive behavior is mostly due to methylphenidate only.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your son. Thanks.
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Does Methylphenidate Cause Aggressive Behaviour?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, methylphenidate can cause aggressive behavior. Methylphenidate is CNS (central nervous system) (brain) stimulant. On long term use, it causes aggressive behavior like anger, violence, short tempered etc. Since your son was taking this tablet for 2 years, his aggressive behavior is mostly due to methylphenidate only. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your son. Thanks.