USO INDISCRIMINADO DE METILFENIDATO E LISDEXANFETAMINA POR ESTUDANTES UNIVERSITÁRIOS PARA APERFEIÇOAMENTO COGNITIVO

Abstract

Observing the legal aspects, and subjecting the drugs that are subject to the control of Ordinance No. 344/98, legislation that provides for drugs and substances that are subject to special control. Methylphenidate and lisdexamphetamine are controlled substances that belong to the A3 list of the ordinance. Both are prescribed for the treatment of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). In which it is defined as a neurodevelopmental condition, and presents the following symptoms: inattention, hyperactivity and/or impulsivity. The pharmacotherapy used for the treatment of ADHD is methylphenidate hydrochloride, commercially known as Ritalin, or Concerta, and lisdexamphetamine dimesylate, commercially known as Venvanse. However, the use of these substances without a prescription among healthy university students is increasing, with the aim of enhancing cognitive improvement, especially during periods of study and high stress. This article aims to evaluate the active ingredient, mechanism of action and frequency of use and the possible risks of inappropriate use of methylphenidate and lisdexamphetamine by university students for cognitive improvement. This article is a narrative bibliographic review, written from scientific works published in the following databases: Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), PePSIC from the Virtual Health Library (VHL) and PUBMED. In the languages, Portuguese and English, with restriction of publication time in the period from 2012 to 2021. Four articles referring to the topic non-prescription use of methylphenidate and/or lisdexamphetamine by university students were analyzed. Through the present articles studied, we have achieved great results from an evident relationship to the indiscriminate use of metlphenidate and lisdexamphetamine by university students for cognitive improvement. It can highlight the great importance and relevance of the rational use of medicines.