What is Ritalin chemical name?

What is Ritalin chemical name?

Ritalin

PubChem CID	45259401
Molecular Formula	C14H20ClNO2
Synonyms	Threo-methylphenidate hydrochloride Ritalin CHEMBL542556 threo methylphenidate hydrochloride di-threo-methylphenidate hydrochloride More…
Molecular Weight	269.77
Parent Compound	CID 10657292 (Methyl (S)-phenyl[(S)-piperidin-2-yl]acetate)

What type of compound is methylphenidate?

Methylphenidate is a racemic mixture comprised of the d- and l-threo enantiomers. The d-threo enantiomer is more pharmacologically active than the l-threo enantiomer.

Is methylphenidate an acid or base?

Methylphenidate, the methyl ester α-phenyl-2-piperidilacetic acid (8.1.

Is methylphenidate and Concerta the same?

Concerta is an extended-release form version of methylphenidate. When taken, the methylphenidate is released slowly over time, and it is active for 10–12 hours.

What is the chemical name for Adderall?

1-phenylpropan-2-amine
Amphetamine/IUPAC ID
Adderall is the brand name for a mix of two stimulants called amphetamine-dextroamphetamine. Ritalin is the brand name for a stimulant called methylphenidate. Both medications come in two forms, short-acting and long-acting.

What is the pH of methylphenidate?

The pKa of methylphenidate is 9.5 (SciFinder), and the stock solution was acidified to a pH of ~ 2.7 to keep the compound in the neutral form.

What is the closest thing to Adderall?

If Adderall is not right for you, your healthcare provider may recommend other prescription medications for ADHD, which can include:

• dexmethylphenidate (Focalin XR)
• lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)
• methylphenidate (Concerta, Ritalin)

What can you not take with methylphenidate?

Ritalin may interact with other prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs such as:

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
• Blood thinners.
• Antidepressants, especially selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
• Decongestants.
• Cold and cough medications.
• High blood pressure medications.
• Seizure medication.