Recent Updates
Recently added Catalysts

Ritalin

Phase 1

Pharmacokinetics | Small molecule | Other |Johnson & Johnson|Last Updated: Dec 11, 2012

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetSLC6A3, SLC6A2
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule
ChEMBLCHEMBL796

Also known as Methylphenidate

Success Probability

Subscribe to view

Market & Valuation

Subscribe to view

Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment30

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

Ritalin · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT01118702A Study to Explore Plasma Levels of CONCERTA, Ritalin-SR and Novo-Methylphenidate ER-C in Healthy VolunteersPharmacokinetics
COMPLETED30 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
A Study to Explore Plasma Levels of CONCERTA, Ritalin-SR and Novo-Methylphenidate ER-C in Healthy Volunteers
PharmacokineticsUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

The primary objective of this exploratory study is to characterize the plasma concentrations of of methylphenidate from Concerta®, Ritalin-SR® and Novo-Methylphenidate ER-C ® tablets in healthy adult volunteers under fasting conditions.
Plasma samples will be taken via in-dwelling catheter predose, and 0.5, 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 16, 20 and 24 hours post dose.
Unlock Study Endpoints

Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeBASIC_SCIENCE

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
001ACTIVE_COMPARATORConcerta one 54mg tablet once
002ACTIVE_COMPARATORRitalin-SR 3-20mg tablets once
003ACTIVE_COMPARATORNovo-Methylphenidate ER-C one 54mg tablet once

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Ritalin-SRDRUG3-20mg tablets, once
ConcertaDRUGone 54mg tablet, once
Novo-Methylphenidate ER-CDRUGone 54mg tablet, once
Unlock Study Design Details

Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 45 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes

Inclusion Criteria: * The volunteer will be assessed against all protocol specified criteria at investigator site: If a female, must be postmenopausal (no spontaneous menses for at least 2 years), surgically sterile, abstinent or, if sexually active, be practicing an effective method of birth contr...

Unlock Eligibility Criteria

Frequently asked questions about Ritalin

What is Methylphenidate used for?

Methylphenidate is a small molecule being studied for use in Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity, Major Depressive Disorder, Parkinson Disease, and pharmacokinetic studies in healthy volunteers. It is an investigational drug in clinical development, with trials conducted by Johnson & Johnson.

What does Methylphenidate target?

Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant. It is being studied for its effects on attention, depression, and apathy in Parkinson's disease. The specific molecular target is not disclosed in the available information.

Who makes Methylphenidate?

Methylphenidate is being developed by Johnson & Johnson, a company traded under the ticker JNJ. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and effectiveness across several indications.

What phase is Methylphenidate in?

Methylphenidate is in Phase 1 clinical development, according to the latest data. It has completed Phase 3 trials for Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity and Major Depressive Disorder, and a Phase 2 trial for Parkinson Disease is planned.

What clinical trials is Methylphenidate in?

Methylphenidate has been studied in several clinical trials. NCT00246220 was a completed Phase 3 trial in adults with ADHD, NCT00246233 was a completed Phase 3 trial for Major Depressive Disorder, and NCT01118702 was a Phase 1 pharmacokinetic study in healthy volunteers. A Phase 2 trial, NCT05669170, is planned for apathy in Parkinson's disease.

Is Methylphenidate the same as CONCERTA?

Methylphenidate is the active ingredient in the brand-name drug CONCERTA. Clinical trials have evaluated both Methylphenidate and CONCERTA (methylphenidate hydrochloride) for conditions such as ADHD and Major Depressive Disorder.