General Information on Methylphenidate

Generic Name : Methylphenidate

Pronunciation : meth ill fen' i date

Latest prescription information about Methylphenidate. Learn how to pronounce the drug's name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.

ICD Code : Y50.8 | Therapeutic Classification : Cerebral Stimulants

What are the warnings and precautions for Methylphenidate?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, heart disease, seizures, overactive thyroid, chronic fatigue, cystic fibrosis, stomach problem, mental disorders, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It may cause serious side effects such as heart attack, stroke, and sudden death in heart patients. Consult with your doctor before taking this medication.
• Monitor blood pressure, heart function, complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.
• It should not be used in children less than 6 years.

What are the side effects of Methylphenidate?

•   Most Common : Nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, skin rash, loss of appetite, dizziness, drowsiness, palpitations, fever, sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising.
•   Heart : Chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm, palpitations, high/low blood pressure and increased or decreased pulse rate.
•   Gastrointestinal : Abdominal pain and nausea.
•   Hypersensitivity reactions : Skin inflammation, hives, fever and joint pain.
•   Metabolic : Weight loss during prolonged therapy.
•   Central Nervous System : Movement disorder, headache and depression.
•   Blood : Decrease in white blood cells and anemia.
•   Skin : Hair loss.

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