What are the brands of methylphenidate?
Brand names of methylphenidate include Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta, Metadate CD, Methylin, Methylin ER, Daytrana, Quillivant XR, Quillichew ER, Aptensio XR, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, and Adhansia XR.
Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant used for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Some formulations of methylphenidate may also be used for the treatment of narcolepsy.
Methylphenidate is a federal controlled substance (CII) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Methylphenidate should always be stored in a safe place to prevent misuse.
Methylphenidate is available in a number of dosage forms. Some branded products may also be available as a generic.
| Brand Name | Dosage Form | Company | Approved | Indication | Patient Population | Administration |
| Adhansia XR (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Purdue Pharma | February 27, 2019 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
| Aptensio XR (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Rhodes Pharmaceuticals | April 17, 2015 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
| Concerta (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release tablets | Janssen | August 1, 2000 | ADHD | 6 years to 65 years | once daily in the morning |
| Cotempla XR-ODT (methylphenidate) | extended-release orally disintegrating tablets | Neos Therapeutics | June 19, 2017 | ADHD | 6 years to 17 years | once daily in the morning |
| Daytrana (methylphenidate) | transdermal system | Noven Pharmaceuticals | April 6, 2006 | ADHD | 6 years to 17 years | patch applied to skin for 9 hours per day |
| Jornay PM (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Ironshore Pharmaceuticals | August 8, 2018 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the evening |
| Metadate CD (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Lannett Company | April 3, 2001 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
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Methylin (methylphenidate hydrochloride) |
oral solution | SpecGx LLC | December 19, 2002 | ADHD; Narcolepsy | 6 years and older | 2 to 3 times a day |
| Methylin ER (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release tablets | SpecGx LLC | May 9, 2000 | ADHD; Narcolepsy | 6 years and older | duration of action of approximately 8 hours |
| Quillichew ER (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release chewable tablets | NextWave Pharmaceuticals | December 4, 2015 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
| Quillivant XR (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | powder for extended-release oral suspension | NextWave Pharmaceuticals | September 27, 2012 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
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Relexxii (methylphenidate hydrochloride) |
extended-release tablets | Vertical Pharmaceuticals | July 28, 2017 | ADHD | 6 years to 65 years | once daily in the morning |
| Ritalin (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | tablets | Novartis | December 5, 1955 | ADHD; Narcolepsy | 6 years and older | 2 to 3 times a day |
| Ritalin LA (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Novartis | June 5, 2002 | ADHD | 6 years to 12 years | once daily in the morning |
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What is metilfenidato used for?
Metilfenidato is the Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese translation for methylphenidate which may be used to treat children or adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to help with hyperactivity and impulsive behavior, and allow them to concentrate better. Metilfenidato may also be used to treat adults with narcolepsy. Metilfenidato translates to methylphenidate. Continue reading
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