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CONCERTA

METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Metabolic Approved 2000-08-01
4
Indications
--
Phase 3 Trials
1
Priority Reviews
25
Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2000-08-01
Routes
ORAL
Dosage Forms
TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE

Companies

Active Ingredient: METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE

CONCERTA Approval History

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What CONCERTA Treats

1 indications

CONCERTA is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2000. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Source: FDA Label

CONCERTA Boxed Warning

ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION CONCERTA has a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction. Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants, including CONCERTA, can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage (10) ] , and this risk is increased with a higher dosage or unapproved methods of administration, such as snorting or injection. Before prescribing CONCERTA, assess each patient's risk for abuse, misuse, and addiction. Educate pat...

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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

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CONCERTA FDA Label Details

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Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

CONCERTA is indicated for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in patients aged 6 to 65 years old. Limitations of Use The use of CONCERTA is not recommended in pediatric patients younger than 6 years of age because they had higher plasma exposure and a higher incidence of adverse reactions (e.g., weight loss) than patients 6 years and older at the same dosage [see Warnings and Precautions and Use in Specific Populations ]. CONCERTA is a CNS stimulant indicated for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in patients aged 6 to 65 years old. Li...

⚠️ BOXED WARNING

WARNING: ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION CONCERTA has a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction. Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants, including CONCERTA, can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage (10) ] , and this ris...

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