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    • METHYLPHENIDATE ER (Generic for APTENSIO XR)

    • QTY 30
    • 36 MG
    • TAB ER 24
    • Near  77381

METHYLPHENIDATE (meth il FEN i date) treats attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It works by improving focus and reducing impulsive behavior. It may also be used to treat narcolepsy. It works by promoting wakefulness. It belongs to a group of medications called stimulants.


METHYLPHENIDATE ER (Generic for APTENSIO XR) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Dexamethasone 0.7mg, Implant

    Interaction: Marijuana
    Severity: Moderate
    Notes for Consumers: The effects of marijuana may be decreased if combined with this medicine. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this combination will affect you. Contact your health care provider right away if you notice slurred speech, confusion, severe drowsiness, increased heart rate, or any other new or unusual side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: The incidence of marijuana associated adverse effects may change following coadministration with dexamethasone. Dexamethasone is an inducer of CYP3A4, an isoenzyme partially responsible for the metabolism of marijuana's most psychoactive compound, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta-9-THC). When given concurrently with dexamethasone, the amount of Delta-9-THC converted to the active metabolite 11-hydroxy-delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (11-OH-THC) may be increased. These changes in Delta-9-THC and 11-OH-THC plasma concentrations may result in an altered marijuana adverse event profile.

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