Methylphenidate for depression in hospice practice: a case series |
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| Authors: | Homsi J Walsh D Nelson K A LeGrand S Davis M |
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| Affiliation: | The Harry R. Horvitz Center for Palliative Medicine, The Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center, Ohio, USA. |
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| Abstract: | Psychostimulants such as methylphenidate have been used for depression in cancer patients. We report the successful use of methylphenidate to treat depression in 10 consecutive patients with advanced cancer. A rapid onset of effect was noted. Appetite, concentration, fatigue, and sedation also improved in some persons. No severe side effects were noted. |
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