Clinical experience with methylphenidate
Leary, P.M.; Arens, L.; Marshall, S.; Schadle, S.
South African Medical Journal 55(10): 374-376
1979
ISSN/ISBN: 0256-9574 PMID: 432732 Document Number: 141121
The indications for the use of methylphenidate in 250 children are reviewed, and the effect of the drug is examined. Concentration was improved or hyperactive behaviour diminished in 89% of the children with normal intelligence and with no gross physical defect, in 72% of the children with cerebral palsy, and 68% of the children with subnormal intelligence. In children with emotional disturbance, response to methylphenidate was seldom satisfactory. Significant side-effects occurred infrequently and only 2 children lost weight during the period of medication.