methylphenidate

Methylphenidate is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. 1 It comes in the form of an immediate-release tablet, a chewable tablet, a solution, a long-acting suspension, an intermediate-acting tablet, a long-acting capsule, a long-acting tablet, and a long-acting chewable tablet. 2 It should be taken as directed by a doctor and should not be split, chewed, or crushed. 2 It is important to take it with enough liquid to avoid choking. 2 Side effects may include chest pain, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. 2 It is important to keep track of how many tablets or capsules are taken and to keep it out of reach of children. 2