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Ritalin vs Ritalin SR

Posted by PL on March 29, 2000, at 12:16:48

I read on a site - www.addult.org/thoughts.htm - that the ritalin sr and non-sr released different medication amounts...see artical below:

"RITALIN SR 20 (methylphenidate sustained release)
Form: Long acting tablets administered by mouth. Ritalin SR 20.
Dosage: Very individual. Two to three tablets may be needed. I use it primarily in conjunction with regular Ritalin to smooth out peaks and valleys and prevent rebound. I give 1/2-1 tablet of Ritalin SR 20 with each dose of regular Ritalin.
Duration of Action: Long acting, about 6-8 hours. BE AWARE -- although called SR20 it actually appears to release only 5-7 mg of medication (not 20 mg) over 6-8 hours.
Effects: Same as Ritalin tablets.
Possible Side Effects: Same as Ritalin.
Pros: Excellent safety record. May be most effective when used in conjunction with regular Ritalin. Tends to smooth out the peaks and valleys of regular tablets. Given with regular Ritalin 15-20 minutes before the child gets out of bed in the morning, it will prolong the positive effect of regular Ritalin to five hours (the lunch hour).
Cons: Does not always work in a predictable fashion, and sometimes not at all."

Has anyone else heard of this? Another question, on the info for ritalin sr it is warned not to crush or break the tablets. What would happen if one did this -would the medication now work like the non-sr?

I appreciate any info or comments anyone has. Thanks.


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