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On Concerta For ADHD. Is This The Right Medication?
Question: Imy granddaughter who is 16 and a half started taking concerta 54 mg each day.
prescribed by one neuologist
she was tested with a high level of adhd.
wer went for second opinion as we weerent sure the effectiveness of drug
second neurogist suggested trying dosage of 72 mg
druggist was concerned that it was way too high for her
my granddaughter weight was approx. 120
what do yu think
Brief Answer:
The dose is correct.
Detailed Answer:
Concerta (methylphenidate) is a safe and effective drug for treating ADHD.
The usual starting dose is 18 mg and the dose can be increased to 72 mg per day. It is taken as a single dose in the morning.
The maximum dose in adolescents can be 2 mg per kg body weight.
I hope it helps.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
So based her weight I gave you and her age is the 72 mg a safe dosage
Brief Answer:
Yes.
Detailed Answer:
Based on her weight, the dose of 72 mg per day is fine.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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