Ritalin, tell me all you know!

[Chloe914]

I was hoping that some of you would know about Ritalin, its effects, dosages etc.
Any info would be great

 

[Pill2Chill]

The mode of action in people is not completely understood, but methylphenidate activates the brain stem arousal system and cortex to produce its stimulant effect. Mehtylphenidate is very similar to other amphetamines structurally. It appears to increase extracellular dopamine. This action is likely achieved through inhibition of dopamine transporter protein. Some research also shows that methylphendate inhibits serotonin transporter protein. This action may partially explain its antidepressant effects. Methylphenidate also increases norepinephrine (noradrenaline). Methylphenidate also affects regional cerebral blood flow in the cerebellar vermis.

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20mg would be a good starting dose.

 

[Jabberwocky]

Ritalin aka methylphenidate. My favourite stimulant.

For many others it's horrible and they hate it. The thing is with ritalin, you have to find an optimum dose for yourself. I have a high stimulant tolerance so I won't mention mine.

I'd start with 10-20mg of the IR stuff. Now here's the thing with ritalin, DO NOT REDOSE ON THE SAME DAY AFTER TAKING IT. Doing so simply ruins any pleasure and intensifies side effects of the drug. It's a one shot wonder drug which you have to fiddle around with in order to find a nice euphoric dose for yourself. Take it orally, don't snort the stuff. It makes the comedown unbearable.

To me it's effect are very euphoric, MDMA like without the retardedness or cross eyes. In order to enjoy it you have to have a lot of self control and discipline. Like I said if you redose on the same day you'll ruin it forever unless you're willing to give it further tries.

 

[Swimmingdancer]

20mg would be a good starting dose.

I would not start with 20mg your very first time, more like 10mg, then if that turns out to not be enough you can get a better idea of an appropriate dose for next time from there (this is assuming it's regular release not extended release?). Some people require only a very small dose, some people require larger doses. Different people have very different reactions to it and I would start with a lower dose in case you are sensitive to it or you don't like it. You can read about my experience with Ritalin IR here (I am one of those people who hated it, but note that my experience was worse than most). Some people love it and find it very effective, some people hate it. Make sure you are well-rested and well-hydrated and nourished.

Are you experienced with stimulants?
Are you using it therapeutically (for ADHD etc) or recreationally (in order to get high)?

What else would you like to know? Ritalin is a brand name for methylphenidate, which possesses some structural and pharmacological similarities to cocaine (although it's generally weaker). It is a stimulant, increasing dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin.

Desirable effects can include: improved mood or euphoria, feeling more alert, energetic, focussed, productive, etc.
Side effects can include: nervousness/anxiety/restlessness, insomnia, back or abdominal pain, decreased appetite, raised heart rate, sweating, dry mouth, depression, etc.

 

[EEhouseEE]

Its one of the most similar feelings to cocaine, in a high enough dose and combined with alcohol its fucking amazing...
Its acctually proven that with alcohol it makes another drug and the effects are alot more euphoric, very close to coke like i said.
Of course combining ritalin and alc is more dangerous as usuall but yea

 

[NonEuthymicBoy]

for me it's garbage. I was prescribed that and would snort my script in less than a week. I doesn't feel right and you are pushed to redose until you don't have anymore and feels like shit.

 

[EEhouseEE]

Ill make it short and tell you everything YOU need to know....
Ritalin ( methylphenidate) is a stimulant but the most close in effects to cocaine in many peoples opinions including mine.
The high is just like coke ESPECIALLY when mixed with alcohol.
The comedown is long and fucking horrible, have a benzo or opiate.

 

[laCster]

Dextro amp > methylphenidate


Ritalin comedown sucks hardcore. I had one of the worse come downs of ky life. It was worse than ly crack come down

 

[sketchyeac]

ritalin is all fun at first but when it comes to the come down you will regret taking it some people will get a worse come down than others.. you will also shake a lot and get anxiety depending where you are and what your doing. ritalin is like a dirty adderall high

 

[doIhavePotential]

take less than you think you need, the comedown sucks and in doses above 25mg I find myself getting eyestrain and headaches. with 10-15 mg doses I still feel the euphoria and very little discomfort during the comedown

 

[Siccness909]

ritalin is all fun at first but when it comes to the come down you will regret taking it some people will get a worse come down than others.. you will also shake a lot and get anxiety depending where you are and what your doing. ritalin is like a dirty adderall high

This. Haha On Point

 

[bunge]

If I remember right the euphoria from ritalin was magnified to a large degree by smoking some cannabis just as you start to feel the ritalin. Also the weed takes the stim edge off the ritalin high. Makes it a bit more floaty and relaxing.

 

[Pill2Chill]

^The stim+weed combo is pretty subjective. For me combining cocaine or ritalin with weed is just aweful while I (used to) really enjoy combining weed with amphetamines. Cocaine/ritalin+weed had always made me become extremely introvert and somewhat anxious. Now the amp+weed combo has become pretty sucky for me aswell due to having been addicted to both substances for a few years. But.. I used to enjoy that combo.

Alcohol goes well with most uppers though.

 

[bunge]

I would agree nowdays that its not a good combo. my anxiety would go off the chart and it would be panic city for me.lol but about 10 yrs ago my self and my friends really loved this combo, we used to rail the ritalin and then smoke some quality skunk. Come to think of it, this kind of activity is more then likely a contributing factor to my present MH issues. So on second thoughts its maybe not a good idea....was fun at the time though.lol

 

[after8mink]

My girlfriend enjoys it but it didn't do a lot for me.
I believe the bioavailability is much higher rectally but IME the solubility of the binders made it difficult to get enough to dissolve in a 5ml syringe. A similar problem occurs with snorting the powdered tablets. Eat them but don't be too hopeful for an amazing experience...

 

[pasha]

IME methylphenidate orally feels like dirty cocaine. Recreationally it's only enjoyable IV although that shouldn't be done for obvious reasons. It works just as we'll as IV cocaine for speedballs. For someone with ADD it doesn't work nearly as we'll as amphetamines. It doesn't provide you with that flawless and organized thought process as it seems it just falls short somehow leaving me confused, angry, and very agitated. My psychiatrist started me on 18 milligrams and rapidly increased my dosage to 72 because tolerance rises quicker than amphetamines. When I started adderall it was a huge relief because it really trumps it in every department. I was able to get more from a 10 milligram adderall xr than I did with 72 milligrams of methylphenidate. Amphetamines also work well with benzodiazepines but the same cant be said for methylphenidate.

 

[gradof04]

Don't over do it on Ritalin. I was up to snorting 300mg (very dangerous) and the comedown is like hell! You won't be able to sleep for a good 20 hours after you do it.