Concerta

Concerta Methylphenidate Osmotic Sa Concerta is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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concerta Uses Concerta is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Storage Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dilated pupils, vomiting, nervousness, agitation, twitching, tremors, flushing, sweating, severe or persistent headache, seizures, irregular heartbeat, dry mouth, and loss of consciousness. Photos Concerta XL Concerta Concerta (methylphenidate) 18 mg/24 CONCERTA 36MG ER TABLETS Concerta XL How To Use Take Concerta once daily in the morning. It can be taken with or without meals. Swallow Concerta whole with a full glass of liquid. Do not chew, crush or divide it. Use Concerta exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose, use it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because Concerta can be habit-forming. Also, if used for a long period of time, do not suddenly stop using this without first consulting your doctor. When used for extended periods, Concerta may not work as well and may require different dosing. Consult your doctor if the medication isn t working well. Side Effects Loss of appetite, blurred vision, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, dry mouth, stomach upset, sleeplessness, irritability or constipation may occur the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Inactive parts of Concerta may be passed in your stool as a harmless soft mass that may look like the original tablet. This is normal for Concerta. Notify your doctor if you experience: weight loss, chest pain, nervousness, pounding heart, difficulty urinating, mood changes, yellowing eyes and skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Concerta, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: seizures or motor tics, Tourette s disorder, glaucoma, high blood pressure, severe anxiety, alcoholism, drug dependence, mental conditions, narrowing or blockage of the esophagus/stomach/intestines (e.g., esophageal stricture, small bowel obstruction), any allergies. If Concerta makes you dizzy or lightheaded, use caution driving or engaging in activities requiring alertness. Methylphenidate should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if methylphenidate passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered and take any remaining doses at evenly spaced times. If it is near bedtime or near time for the next dose, skip that dose and resume your regular dosing schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Certain medications taken with Concerta could result in serious, even fatal, drug interactions. Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks before or after treatment with Concerta. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for additional information. Before using Concerta, tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription drugs you may use, especially: "blood thinners (e.g., warfarin), medications for seizures, medicine for depression (tricyclics such as amitriptyline), high blood pressure medicine (e.g., guanethidine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Share and Enjoy!

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Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 10 Time Taken: 1 years Reason: for anxiety/ADD Date: 13 March 2009 Side Effects some nasuea at very begining, very slight loss of appetite Additional Thoughts i have had my son on Concerta for about a year now. It has really helped him. We recently switched due to medical coverage and the meds he is on now do not help at all. I am in the process of getting him back on Concerta. All his teachers saw a huge difference in him when we switched. He became more disruptive and unfocused. Concerta is the best help for my son. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 30 Time Taken: 3 months Reason: ADHD Date: 10 March 2009 Side Effects Increased blood pressure Additional Thoughts Our 7 year old had a major jump in his blood pressure due to this medication. The doctor switched to adderall, and the blood pressure went back down to normal. Other than that, it did seem to help. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 26 Location: penslyvania Time Taken: 2 months Reason: add Date: 10 January 2009 Side Effects i been taking concerta for a month now and i had no kinda side efect i take 18 mg but i gonna up my dose to 36mg hoping it last longer & better concentetion fore me Additional Thoughts Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 27 Time Taken: 3 months Reason: ADHD Date: 20 June 2007 Side Effects Weight loss (20lbs):), a little restlessness, some chest pounding Additional Thoughts This drug is great. It worked great the benefits outweight the side effects. I am very happy with it. Concentration and organization increased dramatically. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 17 Time Taken: 3 years Reason: ADD Date: 23 June 2007 Side Effects Depression,suicidal thoughts, self injurious behaviour, palpatations, paranoia, hallicinations, stomach pain, dry mouth Additional Thoughts Helped slightly with concentration but the side affects are way too bad. I took my daughter off Concerta and all stimulate meds due to the long term side affects.

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