Driving impairment
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
Leaflet MEDIKINET 10mg tablets
- Product code:
- W56472002
- Quantity:
- 30
- Indicated for:
- attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- methylphenidate (psychostimulant)
- ATC
- N06BA04 — Nervous system | Psychostimulants, agents used for adhd and nootropics | Centrally acting sympathomimetics
Precautions:
Dizziness / vertigo
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
Dependence / abuse
This medicine may cause dependence or be misused.
Seizure risk
This medicine may increase the risk of seizures.
Methylphenidate is a medication primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It works by increasing dopamine and norepinephrine levels in the brain, which helps improve focus and reduce impulsivity.
The medication is available in immediate-release or extended-release tablet forms, and the dosage is adjusted based on the individual needs of the patient. Treatment with methylphenidate should be monitored by a doctor, as it may have side effects such as insomnia, loss of appetite, headaches, or increased blood pressure.
Methylphenidate is contraindicated in individuals with certain conditions, such as glaucoma, severe anxiety disorders, or a history of substance abuse. It is also important for patients to inform their doctor about any other medications they are taking to avoid drug interactions.
This medication should be used with caution in children, adolescents, and adults, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment.
The medication is available in immediate-release or extended-release tablet forms, and the dosage is adjusted based on the individual needs of the patient. Treatment with methylphenidate should be monitored by a doctor, as it may have side effects such as insomnia, loss of appetite, headaches, or increased blood pressure.
Methylphenidate is contraindicated in individuals with certain conditions, such as glaucoma, severe anxiety disorders, or a history of substance abuse. It is also important for patients to inform their doctor about any other medications they are taking to avoid drug interactions.
This medication should be used with caution in children, adolescents, and adults, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment.
General data about MEDIKINET 10mg
- Substance:
- methylphenidate
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-10-2014
- Product code:
- W56472002
- Concentration:
- 10mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- tablets
- Quantity:
- 30
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- TAB2 — Medicines dispensed with a special medical prescription for narcotic substances, yellow in color.
Pharmaceutical forms available for methylphenidate
Concentrations available for methylphenidate
- 10mg
- 18mg
- 20mg
- 27mg
- 30mg
- 36mg
- 40mg
- 54mg
- 5mg