PMC:3974029 / 107-645 JSONTXT

{"project":"NEUROSES","denotations":[{"id":"T31","span":{"begin":149,"end":164},"obj":"CHEBI_6887"},{"id":"T32","span":{"begin":393,"end":408},"obj":"CHEBI_6887"},{"id":"T38","span":{"begin":71,"end":77},"obj":"PATO_0000201"},{"id":"T39","span":{"begin":279,"end":285},"obj":"PATO_0001484"},{"id":"T40","span":{"begin":380,"end":385},"obj":"CHEBI_35209"},{"id":"T42","span":{"begin":478,"end":482},"obj":"PATO_0000573"}],"text":"Background\nThe use of medical stimulants to sustain attention, augment memory and enhance intellectual capacity is increasing in society. The use of Methylphenidate for cognitive enhancement is a subject that has received much attention in the literature and academic circles in recent times globally. Medical doctors and medical students appear to be equally involved in the off-label use of Methylphenidate. This presents a potential harm to society and the individual as the long-term side effect profile of this medication is unknown."}