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Can Concerta Cause Green Stools?
im 22 years old and a very active, just recently dx adhd patient and put on concerta 36 mg...i am having green stools the last few bowel movements...im thinkink it is related to this medication since it is known as a stimulant but was unsure. I run every other day on top of this medication and move alot everyday. i eat healthy and last night i ate a salad but other days i didnt eat leafy greens...stools are solid, usually only once a day so not frequent. no abdominal pain assoc.
Thu, 30 Mar 2023
Hi,
Yes, Concerta can cause green stools as a side effect. Concerts has the active ingredient methylphenidate, which is a central nervous system stimulant that can affect the digestive system and lead to changes in stool color.
Green stools can also be caused by other factors such as diet, medications, and underlying medical conditions. However, given that you recently started taking Concerta and have not experienced green stools before, it is possible that the medication is causing this change in stool color.
If you are not experiencing any other symptoms and your stools are solid, it is likely not a cause for concern. However, if you continue to experience green stools or have any other symptoms, you should speak with your healthcare provider to rule out any underlying medical conditions or potential medication side effects.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. H. Kay, General & Family Physician
Yes, Concerta can cause green stools as a side effect. Concerts has the active ingredient methylphenidate, which is a central nervous system stimulant that can affect the digestive system and lead to changes in stool color.
Green stools can also be caused by other factors such as diet, medications, and underlying medical conditions. However, given that you recently started taking Concerta and have not experienced green stools before, it is possible that the medication is causing this change in stool color.
If you are not experiencing any other symptoms and your stools are solid, it is likely not a cause for concern. However, if you continue to experience green stools or have any other symptoms, you should speak with your healthcare provider to rule out any underlying medical conditions or potential medication side effects.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. H. Kay, General & Family Physician
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