Methylphenidate for depression in hospice practice: A case series

Jade Homsi; Declan Walsh; Kristine A. Nelson; Susan Legrand; Mellar Davis

doi:10.1177/104990910001700610

Methylphenidate for depression in hospice practice: A case series

Jade Homsi, Declan Walsh, Kristine A. Nelson, Susan Legrand, Mellar Davis

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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.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	393-398
Number of pages	6
Journal	American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Volume	17
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/104990910001700610
State	Published - Nov 2000

Keywords

cancer
depression
methylphenidate
psychostimulant
symptom management

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Medicine(all)

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