methylphenidate (Ritalin) might be carcinogenic
February 1996
There are new concerns that methylphenidate (Ritalin) might be carcinogenic.
Ciba is putting new info in the package insert...and sending out a letter to physicians and pharmacists.
This is based on recent toxicology studies which show an increased incidence of liver tumours in some mice...but not in rats.
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