Comparing Azstarys vs Focalin XR
Azstarys (dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate) | Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate) |
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Azstarys (dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate) | Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate) |
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Prescription only
Prescribed for ADHD. Azstarys may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Focalin XR is an extended-release capsule that only needs to be taken once daily. It improves the symptoms of ADHD but carries with it a risk of dependence. Prescribed for ADHD. Focalin XR may also... View more |
Related suggestions ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
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More about Azstarys (dexmethylphenidate / serdexmethylphenidate) | More about Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate) | ||||||||||||||||
Ratings & Reviews | |||||||||||||||||
Azstarys has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 41 ratings on Drugs.com. 66% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 17% reported a negative effect. |
Focalin XR has an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from a total of 118 ratings on Drugs.com. 59% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 24% reported a negative effect. |
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Side Effects Experienced by Users Side effects are reported in Drugs.com user reviews and not clinically verified. | |||||||||||||||||
View all Azstarys side effects |
View all Focalin XR side effects |
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Generic Availability | |||||||||||||||||
Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance | |||||||||||||||||
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Dosage Forms | |||||||||||||||||
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Brand Names | |||||||||||||||||
N/A |
Other dexmethylphenidate brands include: Focalin | ||||||||||||||||
Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value. | |||||||||||||||||
11.7 hours |
3 hours |
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CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms | |||||||||||||||||
High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
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Pregnancy Category | |||||||||||||||||
Summary unavailable. See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions | |||||||||||||||||
A total of 204 drugs are known to interact with Azstarys:
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A total of 204 drugs are known to interact with Focalin XR:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions | |||||||||||||||||
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions | |||||||||||||||||
First Approval Date | |||||||||||||||||
March 02, 2021 |
May 26, 2005 |
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WADA Class View classifications | |||||||||||||||||
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N/A |
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1 The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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