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Ritalin®
Ritalin® is a stimulant used to treat
Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), and narcolepsy. On the
street Ritalin® is known as Vitamin R, Rit,
Kibbles and Bits, and Pineapple. When
Adderall® is taken by someone without ADHD,
ADD, or narcolepsy, it creates a stimulant-like effect,
producing focus and alertness. Some demographics prefer
to take the drug by crushing and snorting the tablets.
In addition to increased focus, the user may also
experience dizziness, tremors, severe headache,
insomnia, heart failure, fatal seizures, and feelings of
paranoia. The drug can have a cocaine-like effect when
snorted, and snorting can also burn the lining of the
nose. Long-term use can lead to addiction and compulsive
activity. Because most illegal users of
Adderall® get the drug from individuals with
a prescription, illegal use can be prevented by closely
monitoring those with a prescription.
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