Metadate Side Effects
From Pharmacy Drug Guide
Metadate is a prescription medication used to control the symptoms associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children. The medication may also be used in the treatment narcolepsy. Metadate, which is the brand name for methylphenidate, is manufactured by UCB, Inc. and is part of a class of drugs known as central nervous system stimulants (CNS). Methylphenidate is thought to work by altering norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain, and is administered as an extended-release capsule.[1]
Like most prescription drugs, Metadate may cause side effects in some patients. Common Metadate side effects may include headache, stomach pain, sleeplessness, anorexia, or loss of appetite. Weight loss is also a common Metadate side effect.[1]
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| Brand name for | Methylphenidate HCl |
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| Manufacturer | UCB, Inc. |
| Generic available? | No[2] |
| Uses | To treat ADHD in children |
| Common side effects | Headache, sleeplessness, abdominal pain, and loss of weight and appetite[3] |
| Who should not take Metadate | Children under the age of 6, those with cardiovasicular conditions, or patients with Tourette’s syndrome[4] |
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Common Metadate Side Effects
Like many medications, Metadate may cause side effects in some individuals. Common side effects include restlessness, nervousness, nausea, not wanting to eat, lower libido, pain during menstrual periods, insomnia, and tight muscles. Serious side effects may also occur, some of which may require immediate medical attention. Some of the more serious side effects include:[1]
- Seizures
- Depression
- Hallucinations
- Skin issues that may include hives, itching, and blisters on the skin
- Changes in mood
- Agitation
- Fatigue
About Drug Side Effects
Metadate Allergic Reactions
Although rare, Metadate side effects may cause allergic reactions. Patients who are allergic to methylphenidate or any of the other ingredients present in Metadate may display allergy symptoms. Signs of these potentially serious effects, which may require immediate medical attention, are:
- Difficulty breathing
- Difficulty swallowing
- Swelling of various parts of the face
- Skin rash
- Itching of the skin
Metadate Precautions and Warnings
- Metadate may be habit-forming and has potential for abuse. Caregivers are instructed to ensure that patients take the medicine exactly as prescribed.[4]
- Patients who have bi-polar disorder, hypertension, a history of seizures, or who are taking anti-depressants or anticonvulsants are urged to use caution when taking Metadate.[4]
- Patients who plan on having any type of surgery are advised by physicians to tell their dentist or doctor that they are taking Metadate.[5]
- Because of the potential for weight loss, experts recommend that children taking Metadate be monitored frequently to be sure that they are growing normally.[6]
- Metadate is typically only effective as part of a whole treatment plan for ADHD. The drug may not be effective if other lifestyle recommendations are not heeded.[1]
Also See: Patient Assistance Programs, Drug Side Effects, Adderall, Adderall Side Effects, Concerta, Desoxyn, Dextrostat, Dextrostat Side Effects, Kapvay, Kapvay Side Effects, Ritalin Side Effects, Strattera Side Effects, Vyvanse Side Effects
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000606/
- ↑ http://adhd.emedtv.com/metadate-cd/generic-metadate-cd.html
- ↑ http://www.metadatecd.com
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 http://www.metadatecd.com/about.aspx
- ↑ http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a682188.html#side-effects
- ↑ http://www.metadatecd.com/medication-guide.aspx
