Drug details

Methylin Chewable Tablets (methylphenidate hcl chewable tablets)

type of Stimulants, ADHD Agents

Methylin Chewable Tablets (methylphenidate HCl) is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • nausea,
  • headache,
  • sweating,
  • lightheadedness,
  • dizziness,
  • vomiting,
  • constipation,
  • skin rash,
  • loss of appetite,
  • nervousness,
  • weight loss,
  • stomach pain,
  • dry mouth,
  • trouble sleeping (insomnia),
  • vision problems, 
  • irritability,
  • numbness or tingling in the hands or feet, or
  • (rarely) drowsiness.
The following drugs are related to Methylin Chewable Tablets, either as a replacement or used together:
  • Adderall (amphetamine, dextroamphetamine mixed salts)
  • Adderall XR (amphetamine, dextroamphetamine mixed salts)
  • Aptensio XR (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release capsules)
  • Strattera (atomoxetine hcl)
  • Azstarys (serdexmethylphenidate and dexmethylphenidate capsules)
  • Concerta (methylphenidate extended-release tablets)
  • Desoxyn (methamphetamine hydrochloride)
  • Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride)
  • Focalin (dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride)
  • ProCentra (dextroamphetamine sulfate oral solution)
  • Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine sulfate tablets, usp)
  • Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate)
  • Xyrem (sodium oxybate)