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What is Focalin?
Dexmethylphenidate is a pharmaceutical drug used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is very similar to Ritalin, but it only contains the d-isomer of methylphenidate. It is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system.
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Reasons Taken
5 patients in the community are taking or have taken Focalin.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
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| Fatigue | 2 | 40% |
| Brain fog | 1 | 20% |
| Excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence) | 1 | 20% |
| Treat my mood condition(s) | 1 | 20% |
Dosages
Based on the patients currently taking Focalin.
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Focalin or how long patients were taking Focalin before stopping.
Currently taking Focalin
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