Is Methylphenidate legal in United Kingdom?
- Legal status
- Class B controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 (Schedule 2, Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001).
- Consequences if caught
- Possession up to 5 years + unlimited fine; supply/production up to 14 years.
- If prescribed or medical
- Prescription ADHD/narcolepsy medicine (e.g. Ritalin/Concerta) via controlled channels; carry the original prescription and any required import permit.
- Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, Sch 2 (Schedule 2 CD)
- legislation.gov.uk
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