General practice database on mortality in adults on methylphenidate: cohort study.

Bruno H Ch StrickerKiki CheungKatia M C Verhamme

Published in: BMJ open (2022)

There is an increased risk of suicide attempts in adults up to 40 years of age after starting methylphenidate and this risk should be carefully considered before prescribing to this group.

Keyphrases

general practice
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
primary care
adverse drug
cardiovascular events
autism spectrum disorder
risk factors
type diabetes