Addwize 10mg Tablets
Addwize 10 MG Description
Addwize 10 mg Tab uses include treatment of attention deficit disorder(ADHD) in children and adults. Methylphenidate is the primary compound in Addwize 10 mg Tab. Methylphenidate is categorised as a
controlled substance. This means that your doctor will closely monitor the use of Addwize 10 mg. Addwize 10 mg Tab may not be suitable for all children. Your doctor will monitor blood pressure and pulse rate while on treatment with Addwize 10 mg Tab. Addwize 10 mg Tab falls under the category of central nervous system(CNS) stimulants. Stimulants have a high potential for abuse and dependence. Do not take Addwize 10 mg Tab beyond recommended period as you can get habituated to it. Regular visits to the doctor are essential while taking Addwize 10 mg Tab. Addwize Tab 10 mg side effects include symptoms like headache, nausea and anxiety. Sudden discontinuation of Addwize 10 mg Tab can cause withdrawal symptoms like depression, nightmares, agitation and sleep disturbances. It can also worsen your present symptoms. Your doctor will reduce your dose slowly before stopping Addwize 10 mg Tab.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹127.60 |
You Save | ₹17.40 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Methylphenidate(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Treatment of ADHD, Narcolepsy |
Side effects | Fast heartbeat, stomach ache |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER |
Uses of Addwize 10 MG
- Treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Treatment of Narcolepsy (sleep disorder)
Contraindications of Addwize 10 MG
- If the patient is a child below 6 years
- If you have cardiac disorders
- If you suffer from an overactive thyroid
- If you or your family member has been diagnosed with a mental health disorder
- If you have epilepsy
- If you or your close family member suffers from glaucoma
- If If you are allergic to methylphenidate
- If you have a tumour in your adrenal gland
- If you have sudden muscle movements in the face or body
- If one of your close family members is diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome
- If you have high blood pressure
- If you suffer from blood vessel disorders like vasculitis
- If you have liver or kidney problems
- If you have asthma
- If you have suffered from a stroke in the past
- If you are allergic to methylphenidate
- If you are taking MAO inhibitors
Side effects of Addwize 10 MG
- Anxiety
- Loss of appetite
- Insomnia
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
Precautions and Warnings of Addwize 10 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You notice any changes in mood or personality while consuming Addwize 10 mg Tab.
- You experience side effects that are persistent or severe.
- You want to give any supplements or herbal products to your child who is consuming Addwize 10 mg Tab.
- You feel that Addwize 10 mg Tab is not giving you the desired effect. Sometimes this medicine stops working when taken for a long time.
- You feel a strong desire to continue the medicine or consume it in increased doses.
Mode of Action of Addwize 10 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Addwize 10 MG
- Addwize 10 mg Tab should be taken orally with water.
- Your doctor will start Addwize 10 mg Tab at a low dose and then increase the dose gradually.
- The recommended dose of Addwize 10 mg Tab will depend on your health, medical problems and response to treatment.
Interactions of Addwize 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Addwize 10mg Tab may interact with:
- Iproniazid
- Linezolid
- Phenelzine
- Rasagiline
- Selegiline
- Furazolidone
- Isocarboxazid
- Methylene Blue
- Nialamide
- Procarbazine
- Addwize may cause an interaction if consumed with any of the medicines mentioned above. The interaction between these two medicines can cause an adverse effect on the body. Additionally, in some cases, these medicines interact with each other decreasing the effectiveness of either....
Interactions with food items
- Addwize 10 mg Tab interaction with food is uneventful. It is better to take Addwize 10 mg Tab before food. Take it after a meal if you get stomach upset on taking Addwize 10 mg Tab on an empty stomach....
Storage and disposal of Addwize 10 MG
Dosage of Addwize 10 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Divya Rohra
MBBS
Dr. Jagruti Jain
M.B.B.S., M.D., D.N.B., General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will Addwize 10 mg Tab affect my child’s height and weight?
Q: My child vomited immediately after taking Addwize 10 mg Tab. Should I give her another tablet?
Q: Will my child have to take Addwize 10 mg Tab for a lifetime?
References
- Methylphenidate Hydrochloride 10 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2017. Available from:
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- DailyMed - METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE tablet METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE tablet, extended release [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. Available from:
- Methylphenidate: a medicine used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). [Internet]. nhs.uk. 2021. Available from:
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