2002 CCHP PREFERRED DRUG LIST

Dexmethylphenidate (Focalin, Focalin XR) - pharmacologically active d-enantiomer of racemic methylphenidate. ... initiate at lowest available dosing once daily → increase every 3-4 days until response is noted or adverse effects emerge. ... (questionable! – tics are not CI in most guidelines) or Tourette syndrome (for “–phenidates ... ................
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