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Old 11-17-04, 03:03 PM
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Ritalin LA 20mg + Ritalin LA 20mg = Ritalin LA 40mg?

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I was just wondering... If I took two Ritalin LA 20mg pills at once, there will be the same results as if I took only one Ritalin LA 40mg pill? Can I take it without risks?
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I would think so. If 40 mg LA tabs release over the same time period as 20 mg tabs, then I don't see the problem. In fact, my doc had me do this with 150 mg Wellbutrin XL when we were trying a dosage increase, just to make sure I could tolerate the drug before getting the 300 mg prescription.
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Yes it should be the same but it's a good idea to talk to your doctor before increasing the dosage on your own.
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Originally Posted by flin
Hello everyone!
I was just wondering... If I took two Ritalin LA 20mg pills at once, there will be the same results as if I took only one Ritalin LA 40mg pill? Can I take it without risks?
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yes its the same...I just started taking Ritalin LA, I have 20mg pills and 10mg pills...I'm still trying to see what works best for me...good luck...
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