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Concerta VS Metadate CD

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There are 8 differences and 13 similarities between Concerta, Metadate CD

Basic Information
Generic Name
Methylphenidate Methylphenidate
Class
Cns Stimulants Cns Stimulants
Prescription Generic Available
Yes No
Pregnancy cat.
C(us) C(us)
Approved Age
6 And Older 6 And Older
Legal Status
Schedule Ii (us) Schedule Ii (us)
WADA Category
S6 - Stimulants S6 - Stimulants
Dependence Liability
High Moderate
Excretion
Urinary
Possible Side Effects
Some Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss, Sleep Problems, Irritability, Tics. Some Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss, Sleep Problems, Irritability, Tics.
Dosage, Usage and Forms
Routes (of administration)
Oral Oral
Dosage
18 Mg Q Am–72 Mg Q Am (if 12+ Y.o.) 20–60 Mg Q Am
Maximum daily dose
72 mg
60 mg
Duration
Long-acting Long-acting
Duration - time
10-16 H 9-12 H
Chemical Data
Molecular mass (g/mol)
269.77 G/mol 269.77 G/mol
Half Life
3-5 Hours 6.8 Hours
Formula
C14h19no2•hcl C14h19no2•hcl
Bioavailability
11-52%
30 %
Protein binding
15 %
15 %
Metabolism
Hepatic Hepatic

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