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Quillivant XR
  • Treatments
  • ADHD

Quillivant XR

Generic name:methylphenidate (oral) [ METH-il-FEN-i-date ]
Drug class:CNS stimulants

Medically reviewed by Philip Thornton, DipPharm. Last updated on Jul 19, 2021.

What is Quillivant XR?

Quillivant XR is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Quillivant XR extended-release oral suspension is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The extended-release oral suspension formulation releases methylphenidate into your body throughout the day.

Quillivant XR may help increase attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity in people with ADHD.

It is not known if Quillivant XR is safe and effective in children under 6 years of age.

Warnings

You should not use Quillivant XR if you have glaucoma, tics or Tourette's syndrome, or severe anxiety, tension, or agitation.

Do not use Quillivant XR if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, and others.

Methylphenidate may cause new or worsening psychosis (unusual thoughts or behavior), especially if you have a history of depression, mental illness, or bipolar disorder.

Methylphenidate may be habit-forming, Misuse can cause addiction, overdose, or death.. Tell your doctor if you have had problems with drug or alcohol abuse.

Stimulants have caused stroke, heart attack, and sudden death in people with high blood pressure, heart disease, or a heart defect.

You may have blood circulation problems that can cause numbness, pain, or discoloration in your ...