Focalin XR

Focalin XR is a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Focalin XR belongs to a group of drugs called stimulants. It is believed to work by balancing certain chemicals in the brain.

Focalin XR is available in an extended-release (long-acting) capsule that is usually taken once a day, with or without food. Do not chew or crush the extended-release capsules. Swallow the capsules whole.

Common side effects include headache, upset stomach, and trouble sleeping.

Focalin XR is a federally controlled substance (CII) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Keep Focalin XR in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse. Selling or giving away Focalin XR may harm others, and is against the law. Tell your doctor if you or your child have (or have a family history of) ever abused or been dependent on alcohol, prescription medicines or street drugs.

WARNING: DRUG DEPENDENCE

Focalin XR should be given cautiously to patients with a history of drug dependence or alcoholism. Chronic abusive use can lead to marked tolerance and psychological dependence with varying degrees of abnormal behavior. Frank psychotic episodes can occur, especially with parenteral abuse. Careful supervision is required during withdrawal from abusive use, since severe depression may occur. Withdrawal following chronic therapeutic use may unmask symptoms of the underlying disorder that may require follow-up.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder [1] Mental Health [2]

Reviewed by:

Anyssa Garza, PharmD [3]

Review Date:

December 29, 2014

Citation:

"Focalin XR", DailyMed: Current Medication Information; U.S. National Library of Medicine. [4] "Focalin", DailyMed: Current Medication Information; U.S. National Library of Medicine [5]

http://www.rxwiki.com/focalin-xr [6]

Dexmethylphenidate [7]

Rx Company Link:

Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation [8]

RxNorm ATC Ref:

Centrally acting sympathomimetics [9]

Contributor:

Anyssa Garza, PharmD [3] Teresa Brucker, Pharm.D [10]

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Focalin XR treats symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This medication can cause a loss of appetite and cause difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

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