Concerta Addiction
Concerta Addiction Concerta (Methylphenidate), a prescription stimulant, is in the same category as Ritalin . Because Concerta is similar to Ritalin there is an equal potential for addiction and abuse. Concerta and Ritalin are essentially identical chemically. Ritalin is extended-release, but Concerta lasts up to 12 hours. Concerta's chemical composition is very similar to stimulants such as Cocaine or Amphetamine . Concerta can also be addictive. Concerta and other stimulants have a calming effect on people with ADHD. They also increase focus and help to reduce anxiety. These medications can cause hyperactivity and overstimulation in people who don't have ADHD. It also gradually increases the dopamine levels in your brain, which can have a therapeutic effect on ADHD patients and others with similar diagnoses . Concerta abuse can be as simple as taking more pills than prescribed or crushing large amounts of the drug to get a stronger high. It can also be intravenous