Special Precautions
Special precaution is recommended in individuals with epilepsy with additional caution in individuals with uncontrolled epilepsy due to the potential for methylphenidate to lower the seizure threshold. There is no published evidence to suggest that either the short or long term treatment with methylphenidate increases the risk of developing seizures in children with ADHD. A number of small trials suggest that it is safe for use in children with epilepsy. Further randomised control trials are needed.
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