Concerta

Active Ingredient(s): Methylphenidate
FDA Approved: * August 1, 2000
Pharm Company: * ALZA
Category: ADD / ADHD

Methylphenidate, sold under the brand name Ritalin and Concerta among others, is a stimulant drug used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It is a first-line medication for ADHD. It may be taken by mouth or applied to the skin, and different formulations have varying durations of effect.[1] It is also used recreationally as a performance-enhancer and/or as a euphoriant.[5] Common side effects of methylphenidate include: anxi... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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Dosage List

Concerta alza;18
24 Hr Concerta 18 mg Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 50458-585
Labeler:
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Concerta alza;36
Concerta 36 mg 24 Hr Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 50458-586
Labeler:
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Concerta alza;27
Concerta 27 mg 24 Hr Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 50458-588
Labeler:
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Concerta alza;18
24 Hr Concerta 18 mg Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 54868-4489
Labeler:
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Concerta alza;36
Concerta 36 mg 24 Hr Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 54868-4759
Labeler:
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Concerta alza;27
Concerta 27 mg 24 Hr Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 54868-4957
Labeler:
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Concerta 54 mg 24 Hr Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 50458-587
Labeler:
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Concerta 54 mg 24 Hr Extended Release Tablet
NDC: 54868-4789
Labeler:
Physicians Total Care, Inc.

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