methylphenidate
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of methylphenidate
1955–60; methyl + phen(o)- + -ide ( def. ) + -ate 2
Example Sentences
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The most commonly prescribed drug, methylphenidate, can cost private patients between £15 and £50 per month.
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2025
In several Mexican cities, about half a dozen samples of methylphenidate — commonly known in the U.S. by the brand names Ritalin and Concerta — did not reveal abnormalities.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2023
Consistent with previous research, this study showed that when participants received methylphenidate orally, the rate of dopamine increases peaked more than an hour after administration.
From Science Daily • Nov. 8, 2023
Similarly, methylphenidate, which is FDA-approved to treat narcolepsy, can also reduce amphetamine use.
From Salon • Oct. 20, 2023
“There have been studies on methylphenidate before and the results offer a glimmer of hope.”
From Seattle Times • Jul. 13, 2020
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