Expert: Dr Billy Levin - 2/28/2008

Question
hi i was just put on 20mg of riddalin daily, i have heard it causes weight loss too
but i am already naturally thin, how long will it be until i see myself loosing
weight? will it be noticable? also, are there any add medications that i can avoid
because they cause the most weight loss?

Answer
Unfortunately I will need more `information to be able to advise you.
What type of tablet eg Ritalin 10mg two a day? and at what times? Two 10mg taken together? 20mg ritalin LA? The type and when you take it will play a roll. However the medication has only a  temporary effect on weight. Most weight lost will eventually be regained. If medication is working during meal time it wll reduce your appetite for that meal only. With very few exceptions there are seldom probles with weight in the long run.