Methylin is a brand name for methylphenidate, a central nervous system stimulant that is commonly prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy. According to the Mayo Clinic, methylin works by decreasing restlessness and increasing the attention span in adults and children who are overactive, have short attention spans or are easily distracted, and is used as part of a treatment program that includes educational, psychological and social treatment.
Common Side Effects
Methylin side effects that are common but do not need medical follow-up include nervousness, sleeplessness, loss of appetite, stuffy nose and unusually warm skin. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience a faster than normal heart beat.
Less Common Side Effects
According to Sciele Pharma, the makers of Methylin, side effects not requiring medical attention include mental changes such as fear, anger, irritability and acting or talking with excitement. Other less common side effects are nervousness, dizziness, headache and drowsiness, as well as nausea, muscle aches, hair loss and stomach or chest pain. Contact your physician immediately if you experience joint pain, fever, skin rash or hives.
Rare Side Effects
Serious side effects of Methylin that need immediate medical attention are black tarry stools, blood in the stools or urine, changes in vision, muscle cramps or convulsions. The person may also notice skin changes such as scaling, redness, pinpoint red spots, dryness, crusting or flaking, soreness, swelling, bleeding or bruising. Contact a doctor immediately if the patient experiences uncontrolled body movements or vocal outbursts.
Unknown Incidence
There are a host of side effects attributed to Methylin of which the incidence rate is unknown. According to the Mayo Clinic, report to your doctor if you experience hallucinations, confusion, delusions, depression, depersonalization, or other mood changes. Physical side effects may include hives, welts, cracks in the skin, pale or yellow skin, or red, irritated eyes. Also contact your physician if you experience difficulty urinating, numbness in the hands, sudden or severe headache, loss of body heat, swollen glands, loss of coordination or sudden speech slurring as well as weight loss, weakness or tiredness that is unusual, or breathing with trouble when under exertion.
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