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Concerta Information

Concerta is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. ADHD are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Concerta have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Concerta depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Concerta as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Concerta are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Concerta's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Concerta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Concerta is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Hyperthyroidism, Heart Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Concerta are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Concerta have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Concerta, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Concerta Benefits & Uses

Concerta is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Concerta Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Above 6 years old can take

Concerta Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Concerta safe for pregnant women?


    Concerta can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Concerta, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Concerta safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Concerta. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Concerta on the Kidneys?


    No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Concerta on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Concerta will cause side effects on kidney or not.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Concerta on the Liver?


    Information about safety of Concerta for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Concerta on the Heart?


    Concerta can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Concerta with Other Drugs

Concerta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Concerta Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Concerta unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Concerta

  • Is this Concerta habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, Concerta can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Concerta as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Concerta only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Concerta is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Concerta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Concerta


    It is safe to take Concerta with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Concerta


    Taking Concerta with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Concerta® (methylphenidate HCl)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 487

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 840-843

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