Concerta 18mg Tablet

Short Description

Concerta 18mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and learning difficulties). It helps to improve attention span, concentration and reduces impulsive behavior.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Concerta 18mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), abdominal pain, and nervousness. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. This medicine causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Concerta 18mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Headache Insomnia (difficulty sleeping) Abdominal pain Nervousness

Alcohol Warning

Concerta 18mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Concerta 18mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Concerta 18mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Furazolidone Moclobemide Rasagiline Selegiline

Concerta 18mg Tablet is a CNS stimulant. It works by improving the activity of certain parts of the brain by increasing the levels of certain chemicals (norepinephrine and dopamine).

It has high habit-forming potential. Do not take more than prescribed. Take it early in the morning to prevent insomnia later that night. Concerta 18mg Tablet may raise your blood pressure and pulse. Monitor your blood pressure regularly. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Concerta 18mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. It can cause a loss of appetite, which can slow growth rate, especially in children. Monitor your child's height and weight regularly while taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts. Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.