Review the side-effects of Dexmethylphenidate Hcl as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common- Twitching, loss of appetite, sleeplessness and fast heart rate.
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Body as a Whole- Abdominal pain, blurred vision, slowing growth in children and fever.
Heart- Chest pain, irregular heart beat, palpitations,Increased or decreased blood pressure, increased or decreased pulse and fast heart rate.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea.
Hypersensitivity- Skin rash, hives, fever, joint pain, skin inflammation, redness and bruising.
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Central Nervous System- Dizziness, drowsiness, seizures and headache.
Blood/lymphatic- Decrease in white blood cells and anemia.
Liver- Abnormal liver function tests and elevated liver enzymes level.
Psychiatric- Depression and aggressive behavior.
Skin- Hair loss.
It may cause heart attack, stroke and sudden death in patients with heart defects, extreme caution needed in those patients.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common- Twitching, loss of appetite, sleeplessness and fast heart rate.
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Body as a Whole- Abdominal pain, blurred vision, slowing growth in children and fever.
Heart- Chest pain, irregular heart beat, palpitations,Increased or decreased blood pressure, increased or decreased pulse and fast heart rate.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea.
Hypersensitivity- Skin rash, hives, fever, joint pain, skin inflammation, redness and bruising.
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Central Nervous System- Dizziness, drowsiness, seizures and headache.
Blood/lymphatic- Decrease in white blood cells and anemia.
Liver- Abnormal liver function tests and elevated liver enzymes level.
Psychiatric- Depression and aggressive behavior.
Skin- Hair loss.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.It may cause heart attack, stroke and sudden death in patients with heart defects, extreme caution needed in those patients.
Drug Name : Dexmethylphenidate Hcl
Dexmethylphenidate Hcl(Focalin) generic is the dextrorotatory enantiomer of methylphenidate, prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It's extended-release form is a central nervous system stimulant.Trade Names for Dexmethylphenidate Hcl
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Focalin
