Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Concerta Tablet

Concerta Tablet

Generic namemethylphenidate
Drug classCNS stimulants
FormsExtended-release tablet

Concerta is a central nervous system stimulant prescription medicine used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is an extended-release form of methylphenidate, which means it releases medicine slowly over the day so fewer doses are needed.

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  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
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