Effects of methylphenidate on heart rate and blood pressure among inpatients with acquired brain injury

Model System:

TBI

Reference Type:

Journal

Accession No.:

J45972.

Journal:

American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Year, Volume, Issue, Page(s):

2003 , 82, 7, 493-497

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Abstract:

Study reviewed the systolic and diastolic blood pressure and heart rate among hospitalized patients with acquired brain injury who were treated with methlyphenidate, a psychostimulant. Comparison of vital signs before and after the introduction of the drug revealed no significant medication effect.

Author(s):

Burke, David T.; Glenn, Mel B.; Vesali, Fariba; Schneider, Jeffrey C.; Burke, Joel; Ahangar, Brian; Goldstein, Richard