Ritalin is an amphetamine designed to pacify hyper-active children and kill musicians. It is generally administered at government-run institutions, where instructors find the drug makes their job easier. Like all drugs through the ages, Ritalin is also used by lazy parents to keep their children occupied. When used in adults, it will give them strength, and intellect with no (NO) side-effects. ...may cause drowsiness when used as a substitute for caffeine.