Concerta 54 mg

Overview:

A medicine that treats the symptoms of Attentive Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy is Concerta 54 mg. It is the highest dosage strength which can be recommended to children above 6 years of age. The half-life of this drug is 2 to 3 hours when this medicine is taken by the people for the treatment of this problem.

The function of Concerta 54 mg Tablet

The function of Concerta 54 mg tablet is to increase the dopamine and norepinephrine level in the brain. Dopamine and norepinephrine are the two brain chemicals which helps to manage person’s brain so that a person did not find any difficulty in paying attention to their work. It also reduces hyperactivity and impulsivity in individuals.

This medicine contains several ingredients such as cellulose acetate, stearic acid, succinic acid, titanium dioxide, poloxamer, polyethylene glycol etc.

Dosages:

Concerta medicine with a dosage strength of 54 mg helps in treating the symptoms of ADHD in adults and children. The form of this drug is extended-release oral tablet only.

Adults and children can also take other dosages of Concerta medicine. These available dosages are 18 mg, 72 mg and 36 mg, which are used for the treatment of ADHD.

Doctors are not recommending this medicine to children less than 6 years of age. A child’s family member consult with a relevant doctor for the treatment of this problem before using this drug.

Uses:

Concerta medicine is used to treat several problems that occur in people. These include the following:

Attentive Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

An ADHD is a behavioural disorder in which an individual finds difficulty in paying attention and concentration. The symptoms that occur in this problem are lack of focus, poor time management skills, ignoring social rules, etc.

Concerta 54 mg is used by people for the treatment of these symptoms. This makes them more alert and helps to stay focus on their work. It improves a person’s  life quality.

Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a problem in which a person is not able to sleep properly at night. It occurs due to hallucinations, cataplexy etc., in individuals. Concerta 54 mg is effective to treat the symptoms of Narcolepsy. This helps to improve performance and control the activity of a person’s brain.

Warning: An individual must follow the rules and regulations of the doctor before using Concerta 54 mg tablet. Severe problems may occur when a person takes this medicine without following the instructions.

Side Effects of Concerta 54 mg Tablet:

The improper use of alza 54 tablets causes several side effects in people. These are as follows:

• Heart palpitations
• Sleeping problem
• Weakness in muscle or muscle cramps
• Blurred vision or vision change
• Breathing problem
• Chest pain
• Stomach pain
• Skin rashes or hives
• Fainting
• Loss of weight or appetite
• High blood pressure
• Nausea and vomiting
• Numbness or pain in arms and legs
• Headache
• Dryness in mouth
• Dizziness or fainting
• Diarrhea
• Agitation or severe anxiety
• Seizures or head injuries
• Swelling in throat, eyes, mouth, tongue or lips
• Abdominal pain
• Joint pain
• Excessive sweating

Precautions:

• A person must take a single dosage of Concerta medicine in the morning as suggested by the doctor.
• A person should not use illegal drugs after taking Concerta drug. The combination of this medicine with illegal drugs causes drowsiness, which can be harmful for the person.
• Avoid taking this medicine after 6 P.M. A person can skip the dosage if he or she accidentally forgot it.
• Do not take this dosage without the doctor’s advice.
• Take rest after taking the tablet of this medicine. If a person is performing activities after taking Concerta drug, then he or she may suffer from several side effects, which include dizziness, sleepiness etc.
• Taking Concerta with other medicinal drugs can cause a decrease in blood pressure. These include Rasagiline, Selegiline, Phenelzine etc.
• Using more than one tablet causes side effects in individuals. However, a person should not take more than one tablet at the same time.
• Taking this medicine is strictly prohibited during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• An individual must get help from the healthcare provider if suffering from stomach pain, chest pain etc., after taking this drug.