Concerta 36mg

Description

Use Concerta 36mg extended-release tablets with caution if you have a history of mental or mood problems or alcohol or substance abuse or dependence. Abuse of Concerta 36mg extended-release tablets may cause it to not work as well. Abuse may also lead to addiction and mental or mood changes. Do not suddenly stop using Concerta 36mg extended release tablets. Depression and other mental problems may occur. Your doctor should slowly lower your dose over a period of time if you need to stop using it. This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder  ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. A diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder implies the presence of hyperactive-impulsive or inattentive symptoms that caused impairment and was present before age 7 years.

How to use Concerta 36mg.

Concerta 36mgis used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily in the morning. Taking this medication late in the day may cause trouble sleeping (insomnia). Swallow this medication with a full glass of liquid (8 ounces/240 milliliters). Do not crush or chew this medication. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split the tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.
Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.
The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Your doctor may direct you to gradually increase or decrease your dose. Also, if you have used it for a long time, do not suddenly stop using this drug without consulting your doctor.
This medication may cause withdrawal reactions, especially if it has been used regularly for a long time or in high doses. In such cases, withdrawal symptoms (such as depression, suicidal thoughts, or other mental/mood changes) may occur if you suddenly stop using this medication. To prevent withdrawal reactions, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and report any withdrawal reactions right away.
When used for a long time, this medication may not work as well. Talk with your doctor if Concerta 36mg stops working well.
Though it helps many people, this medication may sometimes cause addiction. This risk may be higher if you have a substance use disorder (such as overuse of or addiction to drugs/alcohol). Concerta 36mg exactly as prescribed to lower the risk of addiction. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.