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As noted by the DEA, Ritalin has a high potential for abuse. Everyone to whom it is prescribed must follow the instructions of their physician, as well as keep an eye on their Ritalin and not allow any one else to take it.


Ritalin symptoms of abuse can take the form of oral ingestion, but abuse has been known to take other forms such as crushing and snorting the pills, dissolving them in water and injecting, even chewing pills meant to e extended release. There are some ritalin symptoms that accompany abuse, dependence and addiction, including but not limited to:


Disobeying the prescription orders as written by the doctor. This might mean taking Ritalin for non-medical reasons (to get high etc) or taking it more often than the prescription dictates. The patients should consult his prescribing doctor if he suspects he’s developing a problem.


Aggressive drug-seeking behavior such as doctor-shopping. An addict or abuser seeking Ritalin or other amphetamines may go from doctor to doctor trying to obtain more, or may turn to trying to find it on the black market.


Uncharacteristic mood swings; periods of wakefulness, euphoria and exuberance followed by periods of sleep and/or depression.


Excessive use or higher dosages of Ritalin may lead to restlessness, disorientation, anxiety, panic, and/or aggression. Long-term abuse may precipitate psychosis, or potentially violent actions.


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