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ARTICLE · 28 AUGUST 2022

What is Ritalin and methylphenidate?

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In NSW, methylphenidate (or Ritalin) is a schedule 8 'drug of addiction' or 'controlled drug', illegal unless prescribed.

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Methylphenidate is illegal in New South Wales, unless you have a prescription. It carries penalties ranging from 2 years to life imprisonment. Methylphenidate is a drug commonly branded as "Ritalin" or "Concerta" and is commonly used to treat symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to help become calm and focused. It is a central nervous system and psychostimulant medication that can help with increased productivity. In NSW, Australia, it is a schedule 8 drug of addiction or controlled drug, and a prohibited drug in NSW.

This article written by our own drug lawyers Sydney team is a guide, not legal advice. For legal advice please get in touch with our Sydney office.

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