Editing Dexmethylphenidate (section)

==Medical uses==
Dexmethylphenidate is used as a treatment for [[attention deficit hyperactivity disorder]] (ADHD), usually along with psychological, educational, behavioral or other forms of treatment. It is proposed that stimulants help ameliorate the symptoms of ADHD by making it easier for the user to concentrate, avoid distraction, and control behavior. Placebo-controlled trials have shown that once-daily dexmethylphenidate XR was effective and generally well tolerated.<ref name=Moen2009>{{cite journal | vauthors = Moen MD, Keam SJ | title = Dexmethylphenidate extended release: a review of its use in the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder | journal = CNS Drugs | volume = 23 | issue = 12 | pages = 1057–83 | date = December 2009 | pmid = 19958043 | doi = 10.2165/11201140-000000000-00000 | s2cid = 24975170}}</ref>

Improvements in ADHD symptoms in children were significantly greater for dexmethylphenidate XR versus placebo.<ref name=Moen2009/> It also showed greater efficacy than [[osmotic controlled-release oral delivery system]] ([[OROS]]) methylphenidate over the first half of the laboratory classroom day but assessments late in the day favoured OROS methylphenidate.<ref name=Moen2009 />