Methylphenidate Extended-Release

Treatment for Amphetamine Use Disorders

Typical Dosage: 36-72mg ER daily

Effectiveness
30%
Safety Score
45%
Clinical Trials
18
Participants
1.6K

Comparative Safety Scale(Higher is safer)

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Treatment Details
Dosage Range
36-72mg ER daily
Time to Effect
Weeks
Treatment Duration
12-24 weeks
Evidence Quality
LOW
Confidence Score
45%confidence in effectiveness data
Health Economics
Annual Cost of Care
Drug Cost:$500
Monitoring:$300
Side Effect Mgmt:$100
Total Annual:$900
Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
Cost-Effectiveness Rating
POOR
QALYs Gained
0.08
Outcome-Based Costs
Cost per Responder
$3,600
Cost per Remission
$9,000
Methylphenidate Extended-Release Outcomes

for Amphetamine Use Disorders

Efficacy Outcomes
Overall Effectiveness
+30%
Response Rate
+25%
Remission Rate
+10%
Common Side Effects
Insomnia
+25%
Anxiety
+20%
Decreased appetite
+15%
Increased heart rate/blood pressure
+8%
Nervousness
+12%

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Active Clinical Trials
No active trials currently recruiting for this treatment

No active trials found in ClinicalTrials.gov