Methylphenidate
ATC Code
N06BA04
Methylphenidate
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.
Also known as alpha-Phenyl-2-piperidineacetic Acid Methyl Ester, Daytrana, METHYLPHENIDATE — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC N06BA04 per RXNORM
- NCIT NCIT:C62045 per NCIT
- SCTID 18548003 per RXNORM
- SCTID 373337007 per RXNORM
- UNII 207ZZ9QZ49 per RXNORM
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Depressive disorder | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Narcolepsy | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |