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Methylphenidate needed to be tapered

2023-12-25 11:42:07
Methylphenidate needed to be tapered? Or methylphenidate can be stopped immediately? I took it myself for some urgent work
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Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two.

Answered2023-12-29 12:27:47

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Hi.. Taper it slowly. Consult a psychiatrist.

Answered2023-12-27 12:01:51

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Hello, Tapper it slowly

Answered2023-12-25 12:00:13

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A detailed medical and psychiatric history is always needed for every patient. Drugs like Methylphenidate are to be taken under the care of a mental health professional and should be tapered as per the advice of the mental health professional.

Answered2023-12-26 09:17:18

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