Ritalin side effects

Part 2

Central Nervous System Side Effects of Ritalin

5.Altered mental status (psychosis)
6.Hallucinations
7.Depression or excitement
8.Convulsions / seizures (excessive brain stimulation)
9.Drowsiness or "dopey" feeling
10.Confusion
11.Lack of sleep (insomnia)
12.Agitation, irritation, anxiety, nervousness
13.Hostility
14.Unhappiness (Dysphoria)
15.Impaired mental abilities (cognitive impairment on tests)
16.Jerky movements (Dyskinesias, tics, Tourette's syndrome)
17.Nervous habits (such as picking at skin or pulling hair) 18.Compulsive behavior
19.Depression/over-sensitivity
20.Decreased social interest
21.Zombie-like behavior

Gastrointestinal Side Effects of Ritalin

22.Eating disorders (anorexia)
23.Nausea
24.Vomiting
25.Stomach ache / cramps
26.Dry mouth
27.Constipation
28.Abnormal liver function tests

Endocrine/Metabolic Side Effects of Ritalin

29.Growth problems (pituitary dysfunction)
30.Weight loss

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