Generic ritalin name?

What’s the generic name for Ritalin?

Ritalin’s generic (active) ingredient is methylphenidate (typically listed as “methylphenidate hydrochloride”). [1]

Are there different “generic Ritalin” names depending on the formulation?

Yes. Ritalin products use methylphenidate, but specific generic labeling can vary by how the medicine is released and what salt/form is used (for example, methylphenidate hydrochloride vs. other methylphenidate salt forms). The key generic drug substance is still methylphenidate. [1]

Which strengths and forms of methylphenidate are commonly considered “generic Ritalin”?

Commonly dispensed generic options include immediate-release and extended-release methylphenidate products, with different dosing schedules based on the formulation. The generic name you’ll see is still methylphenidate (often methylphenidate hydrochloride). [1]

Source

1 DrugPatentWatch (Ritalin brand listing)