Dexmethylphenidate (d-methylphenidate or Focalin),the active D-isomer of methylphenidate (Ritalin),is also used to treat ADHD although it is half as potent as methylphenidate thus requiring twice the dose.

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Dexmethylphenidate is actually more potent than methylphenidate, not less, so it requires a lower dose to achieve the same effect.

Dexmethylphenidate (D-Methylphenidate or Focalin),the Active D-Isomer of Methylphenidate (Ritalin),is Also