Methylphenidate Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Name: Methylphenidate Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Uploaded: 2026-09-20T16:29:27.434Z
Duration: 4 min 48 s
Description: Methylphenidate is a stimulant medicine that treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It works by improving focus and reducing impulsive behavior, and by promoting wakefulness.

Published 20/09/2026

Methylphenidate Tablet

Generic name	methylphenidate
Drug class	CNS stimulant (central nervous system stimulant)
Forms	Tablet, Tablet, Extended Release, Tablet, Extended Release, Chewable, Tablet, Chewable, Capsule, Extended Release, Solution

Methylphenidate is a stimulant medicine that treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It works by improving focus and reducing impulsive behavior, and by promoting wakefulness.

General information

Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.