Generic name:dexmethylphenidate [ dex-METH-il-FEN-i-date ]
Brand names: Focalin, Focalin XR
Drug class:CNS stimulants
What is Focalin XR?
Focalin XR is a stimulant that is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Focalin XR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Stimulants have caused stroke, heart attack, and sudden death in people with high blood pressure, heart disease, or a heart defect.
Focalin XR may cause new or worsening psychosis (unusual thoughts or behavior), especially if you have a history of depression, mental illness, or bipolar disorder.
Call your doctor right away if you have: signs of heart problems--chest pain, feeling light-headed or short of breath; or signs of psychosis--paranoia, aggression, new thought or behavior problems, seeing or hearing things that are not real.
Focalin XR may be habit-forming. Tell your doctor if you have a history of drug or alcohol addiction. Keep the medication where others cannot get to it.
Before taking this medicine
You should not take Focalin XR if you are allergic to Focalin XR or methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta).
Stimulants have caused stroke, heart attack, and sudden death in certain people. Tell your doctor if you have:
heart problems or a congenital heart defect;...
