What is Concerta?

Where can I buy Concerta online in Australia. Concerta (Generic Name: methylphenidate HCl ER) is an extended release delivery system central nervous system stimulant ADHD medication that is primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children ages 6-12, adolescents, and adults up to age 65. Concerta may improve focus for people with inattentive ADHD, and decrease impulsivity and hyperactive behavior — hallmark ADHD symptoms for many patients.

Concerta contains methylphenidate, the same active ingredient as ADHD medications such as Ritalin, Daytrana, and Aptensio XR. According to the FDA, Concerta is a federally controlled substance (“Schedule II Stimulant”) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. It has not been studied by the FDA in children under the age of 6, and so use in younger children is considered “off-label.”  Nonetheless, it has been extensively studied in government-funded studies in children down to 3 years of age and has been shown to be both effective and safe in preschool children.

Concerta is known for its proprietary delivery system, OROS, (osmotically controlled release oral-delivery system), which allows medication to be released periodically as it travels through the body.

When Concerta is taken, a shell on the outside of the capsule dissolves, releasing 22% of the total dose of the medication. Three inner compartments then release at different intervals as the chambers absorb fluid from the intestine; this results in extended medication release. The release, however, is not consistent. Concerta was the first “backloaded” delivery system, which was designed to produce constantly increasing blood levels of methylphenidate over a period of about 10 hours followed by a rapid decline in blood level once the hard caplet has released all that it is going to release. One-sixth of the dose is never released so that an 18 mg caplet of Concerta really delivers just 15 mg, and a 36 mg caplet just releases 30 mg, and so on. Even after decades on the market, there is a disagreement among clinicians about whether a steady-release delivery system or a backloaded, ever-increasing dose is better. Where can I buy Concerta online in Australia.

Concerta is available in both branded and generic versions. This causes a great deal of confusion because there are currently six different formulations that are designated methylphenidate ER and that come in the same odd dosage strengths caplets, but only one of these is the authentic “branded generic” that is identical to the brand name Concerta. The other five products are quite inferior, and the FDA recently succeeded in downgrading two of these product’s quality ratings.

The marketer of the acceptable branded generic changes almost every year, usually in January. Consumers should ask their pharmacist which product they’re dispensing and should not accept substitutes for the authentic branded generic. The acceptable generics will be in the shape of a small barrel, have a dimple at one end where the medication is pumped out of the hard-shell caplet, and should still bear the name of the brand name manufacturer called ALZA. Any other products are likely to be highly inconsistent in their release of medication and, short in duration, but cheaper so that they will be preferred by pharmacy benefits managers. For further, regularly updated information, see the website www.adhdrollercoaster.org. Where can I buy Concerta online in Australia.

Concerta can also be used to treat narcolepsy.

Concerta vs. Adderall

Concerta and Adderall are both central nervous system stimulant drugs. They alleviate ADHD symptoms by activating the areas of the brain responsible for paying attention and focusing. Concerta is the brand name for the delivery system of the generic drug methylphenidate. Adderall is the brand name for a delivery system of the generic drug amphetamine. Where can I buy Concerta online in Australia. 

While Concerta is only available as an extended-release capsule, Adderall is available in immediate-release and extended-release forms. While the Concerta capsule relies on a push compartments to release medication over an extended period of time, the extended release version of Adderall holds tiny beads. Half the beads work right away; the others are released slowly into the body after about four hours.

The difference in the extended-release mechanism means that the effect of Adderall will last for 8-9 hours, whereas Concerta will last for 10-11 hours. These few extra hours can be valuable for patients who need coverage until dinnertime, as opposed to mid-afternoon. Concerta’s longer release period often means that a second “booster” dose not need to be taken in the afternoon to provide evening coverage.

Buy Concerta online: What Is the Best Dosage?

The optimal dosage of Concerta varies by patient. For updated information about dosages, interactions, and precautions, see the Concerta drug monograph on WebMD.

The OROS delivery system is a very hard cellulose caplet that must remain intact because it contains two different concentrations of methylphenidate and a gel that pushes the medication out of a small hole at one end of the caplet. Cutting or crushing that caplet would cause all of the medication to be released at once. Capsules should be swallowed whole with water or other liquids. If your child is unable to swallow the pill, your doctor may recommend another medication. The empty caplet does not dissolve but instead passes through the digestive tract and out of the body without being digested. Where can I buy Concerta online in Australia

As with all medications, follow your Concerta prescription instructions exactly. Concerta is taken orally, with or without food, once daily, typically taken first thing in the morning; it should be taken at the same time each day for the best results.

Some patients report developing a tolerance to Concerta, though no data supports this phenomenon. If you notice that your dosage is no longer controlling your symptoms, talk to your doctor to plan a course of action. Never adjust your dose without consulting your clinician first.

During treatment, your doctor should check vital statistics including blood, heart, and blood pressure; or evaluate height and weight.

Buy Concerta: What Are the Side Effects?

Where can I buy Concerta online in Australia. Most people taking Concerta do not experience any side effects. That said, the most common side effects associated with Concerta are as follows:

• Decreased appetite
• Dry mouth
• Sleep disruption
• Stomach ache
• Increased sweating
• Headache
• Weight loss
• Irritability, especially if the dose is wearing off

Other, Less Common Side Effects of Concerta

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Priapism (an erection that does not subside)
• Eyesight changes or blurred vision
• There has been some concern that stimulants may cause a slowing of growth in children and adolescents, however research findings are mixed. Some studies show no impact on growth at all,¹ while others find what is considered “negligible” slowing of growth.² If you find evidence of suppressed growth in your child, talk to your doctor about what steps might help.