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Dexmethylphenidate Hcl Oral - Dexmethylphenidate - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

Dexmethylphenidate is used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
It is chemically related to methylphenidate; another type of stimulant medication used to treat ADHD.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include.

Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted.

Certain medications taken with this product could result in serious, even fatal, drug interactions.
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (for example, furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks before or after treatment with this medication.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for additional information.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

This drug may also be used for sleep disorders (for example, narcolepsy) and mild depression.

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember in the morning hours.
If it is later in the day or near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to catch up.

Do not share this medication with others.
Laboratory and/or medical tests (for example, blood pressure, blood counts) may be performed to monitor your progress.
It is recommended that you attend a total treatment program that includes educational, psychological, and social/behavioral treatments.

Take this medication by mouth usually twice daily either with or without food, or as directed by your doctor.
Take the first dose of this medication in the morning and the second dose at least 4 hours later.
Taking this medication later in the day may cause trouble sleeping (insomnia).
The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Your doctor may adjust your dose frequently (for example, weekly) to find the dose that is best for you.
Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit forming and increase your risk of side effects.
When used for an extended period, this medication may not work as well and may require different dosing.
Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well.
Your doctor may recommend "drug holidays" where your medication is stopped temporarily and behavior is re-evaluated.

Dexmethylphenidate should be used cautiously by people who may be emotionally unstable or have a history of alcohol or drug abuse.
Such patients may be more likely to increase their doses of this drug unnecessarily.
Abuse of this medication may lead to abnormal behavior.
If this medication must be stopped, it should be stopped gradually over time.
Do not suddenly stop taking this medication because it may cause severe depression or hidden hyperactivity to occur.
In some people, long-term monitoring may be required after this medication is stopped.

This medication is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions.

Trouble sleeping, nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach, dizziness, headache, nervousness, loss of appetite, dry mouth, or weight loss may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
Promptly tell your doctor if any of these side effects occur.