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Definition of Methylphenidate
1. Noun. Central nervous system stimulant (trade name Ritalin) used in the treatment of narcolepsy in adults and attention deficit disorder in children.
Exact synonyms: Ritalin
Generic synonyms: Excitant, Stimulant, Stimulant Drug
Language type: Trade Name
Generic synonyms: Excitant, Stimulant, Stimulant Drug
Language type: Trade Name
Definition of Methylphenidate
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Medical Definition of Methylphenidate
1. This central nervous system stimulant drug is used to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents. (09 Oct 1997)