Question: how long should you wait to eat after taking ritalin?
Answer: Take it preferably 30 to 45 minutes before meals. If you are taking the long-acting forms of this medicine: The Concerta® extended release tablets, Adhansia XR™, Aptensio XR™, Metadate CD®, or Ritalin LA® capsules, and Ritalin SR® tablets are to be swallowed whole with water or other liquids.