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Methylphenidate |
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Chinese |
哌甲酯 |
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MESH_Definition |
A central nervous system stimulant used most commonly in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER in children and for NARCOLEPSY. Its mechanisms appear to be similar to those of DEXTROAMPHETAMINE. The d-isomer of this drug is referred to as DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE. |
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NCIt_Definition |
A synthetic central nervous system stimulant. Methylphenidate appears to activate the brain stem arousal system and cortex to produce its stimulant effect and, in some clinical settings, may improve cognitive function. |
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Methylphenidate |
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Synonyms |
Metilfenidato Methylphenidan 2-Piperidineacetic acid alpha-phenyl- methyl ester Daytrana methylphenidate alpha-phenyl-2-piperidineacetic acid methyl ester Methylphenidatum Methyl phenidylacetate methyl α-phenyl-α-2-piperidinylacetate methyl α-phenyl-α-(2-piperidyl)acetate α-phenyl-2-piperidineacetic acid methyl ester d-methylphenidate MPH Methylphenidate (substance) methyl phenyl(piperidin-2-yl)acetate Methylphenidate-containing product Product containing methylphenidate (medicinal product) |
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