Drug details

Cylert (pemoline)

type of Stimulants

Cylert (pemoline) is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The brand name Cylert is no longer available in the U.S. Generic versions may be available.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea,
• diarrhea,
• weight loss,
• abdominal discomfort,
• headache,
• nervousness,
• drowsiness,
• rash
• rapid heart rate, and
• insomnia (difficulty sleeping),
• mild depression,
• decreased appetite (anorexia),

The following drugs are related to Cylert, either as a replacement or used together:

• Nuvigil (armodafinil)
• ProCentra (dextroamphetamine sulfate oral solution)
• Silenor (doxepin tablets)
• Ritalin LA (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release capsules)
• Provigil (modafinil)
• Wakix (pitolisant tablets)

The following supplements are related to Cylert, and may be used together with the drug:

• Melatonin (s.)
• Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (Ghb) (s.)
• Lemon Balm (s.)
• Tyrosine (s.)