Estimulantes
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Street names: Ritalin, Concerta, Methylin, Rids, JIF
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⚡What it does
- Concentración, vigilancia, euforia leve (más corta que la amfetamina)
⚠Key risks
- Dependencia; estrés cardiovascular
- La inyección de comprimidos triturados causa daño pulmonar
✚Overdose signs
- Corazón de Carrera
- Agitación y alucinaciones
- Encuentros
Comparación de categoría — Estimulantes
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methylphenidate (Ritalin) | Schedule II | Dependence; cardiovascular strain; Injecting crushed tablets causes lung damage | ~$2–$10 per 20 mg tablet |
| Cocaine | Schedule II | Heart attack/stroke even in young users; Severe addiction — craving cycle | ~$60–$120 per gram |
| Speed (amphetamine paste) | Schedule II | Insomnia, anxiety, paranoia; Heart strain and overheating | ~$10–$40 per gram |
| Methamphetamine | Schedule II | Addiction — among the most addictive drugs known; Meth mouth, skin sores, psychosis | ~$20–$100 per gram |
| Adderall (amphetamine salts) | Schedule II | Dependence and tolerance; Cardiovascular strain | ~$3–$15 per 30 mg tablet |
| Adderall XR | Schedule II | Same as Adderall; long duration masks sleep debt; Beads snorted bypass XR mechanism | ~$5–$20 per 30 mg capsule |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does Methylphenidate (Ritalin) look like?
Comprimidos blancos/amarillos de 5 a 20 mg; Concerta = comprimidos largos de color gris/rojo-marrón
What are the signs of a Methylphenidate (Ritalin) overdose?
Corazón de Carrera; Agitación y alucinaciones; Encuentros Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Dependencia; estrés cardiovascular Dependence can develop with regular use.