Methylphenidate in Depression and States of Apathy
- 1 March 1981
- journal article
- clinical trial
- Published by Southern Medical Association in Southern Medical Journal
- Vol. 74 (3) , 347-348
- https://doi.org/10.1097/00007611-198103000-00024
Abstract
Methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin) has been used to treat both depression and apathy. Although it can be useful for apathy, there is little reason to prefer it over a tricyclic antidepressant in the treatment of depression. Side effects and drug interactions are generally not limiting, and methylphenidate is tentatively recommended for the patient whose apathy is jeopardizing his care.Keywords
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