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What Are The Side Effects Of Ridlin Intake In Females For ADD?

Hi there I am 55 years old female and have been treated for ADD for 15 years now. I take 20mg of ridlin five days a week . I have tried other options but nothing seems to of the job. I am a very active person and I am worried about what my body is going through with taking Ridlin for all those years ... thank you joann
Mon, 1 Oct 2018
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Hi,

You mean Ritalin right?

In such a case, the major risk of chronic use may lead to tolerance and dependence.

So, try to use the smallest dose possible and avoid abuse.

Follow up correctly with your Doctor.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Erion Spaho,
Neurologist, Surgical
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What Are The Side Effects Of Ridlin Intake In Females For ADD?

Hi, You mean Ritalin right? In such a case, the major risk of chronic use may lead to tolerance and dependence. So, try to use the smallest dose possible and avoid abuse. Follow up correctly with your Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical