Methylphenidate Hydrochloride (LA) (METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE)
Methylphenidate Hydrochloride (LA) (METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Methylphenidate Hydrochloride (LA); Generic name: METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE; Manufacturer: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc..
| Brand name | Methylphenidate Hydrochloride (LA) |
|---|---|
| Generic name | METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Manufacturer | Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. |
| Used for | 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), in pediatric patients 6 to 12 years of age [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release capsules are a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in pediatric patients 6 to 12 years of age. ( 1 ) |
| Dosage | 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer orally once daily in the morning. ( 2.2 ) Capsules may be swallowed whole, or opened and the entire contents sprinkled on applesauce. ( 2.2 ) Should not be crushed, chewed, or divided. ( 2.2 ) Patients new to methylphenidate: Start at 20 mg daily, titrating the dose weekly in 10-mg increments. Doses above 60 mg daily are not recommended. ( 2.3 ) For patients currently using methylphenidate hydrochloride tablets or methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-rele |
| Warnings | WARNING: ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE C N S stimulants, including methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release capsules , other methylphenidate-containing products, and amphetamines, have a high potential for abuse and dependence. Assess the risk of abuse prior to prescribing, and monitor for signs of abuse and dependence while on therapy [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), Drug Abuse and Dependence ( 9.2 , 9.3 )] . WARNING: ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE See full prescribing information for complete boxed w |
| Active ingredient(s) | METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=034fb7cd-e183-475e-8beb-64fd88facc8f |