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What to do about stimulant medications for surgery/ procedures under general anesthesia

One of my patients who is being treated with methylphenidate for attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was scheduled to get a colonoscopy under anesthesia. He messaged me by secure email to ask when he should stop taking his methylphenidate and when it would be safe for him to restart it. Please think about what you would…

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