, which can be a target for people who abuse prescription medicines or street drugs. The stimulant has not been tested in children under six years of age. capsules are made up of beads with immediate-release and controlled-released layers. The immediate-release layer carries about 20 percent of the methylphenidate dose, while the controlled-release layer contains the rest. The extended-release medication begins to act one hour after administration and lasts for approximately 16 hours post-dose.
The capsule may be taken whole, or its contents may be sprinkled onto a tablespoon of applesauce or yogurt. The entire mixture should be consumed by swallowing, not chewing, within 10 minutes, and cannot be stored afterward.Avoid alcohol while taking , as consuming alcohol may result in a more rapid release of the methylphenidate dose.The most common side effects of include trouble sleeping, dry mouth, decreased appetite, and decreased weight.
can also cause mental problems including new or worse behavior and thought problems, new or worse bipolar illness, and new psychotic or manic symptoms. Tell your healthcare provider about any mental problems you or your child have, or about a family history of suicide, bipolar illness, or depression.
Do not take if you are allergic to methylphenidate hydrochloride or any of the ingredients in the medication. You should not take if you are taking, or have stopped taking within the past two weeks, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor used to treat depression.
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