Methylin
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Methylin is another brand name for mthylphenidate, also known as the more common Ritalin. It is a psychostimulant that is often used to treat children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD. Methylin can also be used to treat narcolepsy. Other versions of the drug may be used to treat lethargy, depression, neural insult and even obesity.
Methylin is a potent central nervous system stimulant derived from amphetamines and is believed to exert its effect by enhancing dopaminergic transmission in the brain. Like Ritalin and its other derivatives, Methylin is sold on the street and abused by those seeking a high. It is known in such channels by names like Rids, Pineapple, Uppers, Vitamin R. Jif and Rball.
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Abuses of Methylin
Like Ritalin, Methylin presents a high potential for abuse. The majority of users do obtain the medication through legitimate means, but it is easily diverted for recreational use or the user simply develops an addiction due to long-term use. Abuse is common due to individuals taking the drug orally to stay awake. For those seeking the euphoric effect, the drug is crushed and then ingested through intranasal and intravenous means or it is smoked.
Methylin has a close pharmaceutical equivalent to cocaine due to its impact on the central nervous system. As a result, many abusers use it to increase alertness, attention and energy. These benefits are never without consequences as this use is usually accompanied by increases in blood pressure, heart pressure and breathing. Methylin has also been known to be abused for its effect on weight loss.
Effects of Methylin
The effects that Methylin inherently causes are what make the medication preferred in certain treatments. The medication is a stimulant and therefore can cause difficulty sleeping, a loss of appetite, irritability, nervousness, stomach aches, headaches, dry mouth, blurred vision, nausea, drowsiness and dizziness.
Methylin can cause a number of significant physical reactions when it is used over time and can include an irregular heartbeat, dangerously high body temperatures, potential for cardiovascular failure or seizures, demonstrated hostilities, feelings of paranoia, verbal tics, uncontrolled movements and difficulty urinating.
Withdrawal of Methylin
The immediate cessation of Methylin, especially after substantial and prolonged use, can cause an individual to develop a dysphoric mood within a few hours or even several days after the individual stops taking the drug or even a reduction in its application.
Withdrawal symptoms associated with Methylin can include, but are not limited to:
- Fatigue
- Vivid, unpleasant dreams
- Insomnia or Hypersomnia
- Increased appetite
- Psychomotor retardation
Treatment of Methylin Addiction
The approach to treatment for a person addicted to Methylin can vary depending upon the patient and the level of addiction. To determine how best to approach treatment, the first step is for a patient to be evaluated by a board-certified physician and a board-certified psychiatrist to determine the proper method.
Detoxification is often necessary and the doctor may recommend 24/7 treatment in a treatment center. A quality center will recommend a comfortable detox as the body has become accustomed to having Methylin in its system and needs to learn how to function without the drug. This approach helps to identify the problems linked to the Methylin use and abuse to increase the likelihood of a full recovery from the addiction.
