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Medication Pros and Cons
Focalin XR and ADHD Information.
A number of
ADHD medications have hit the market over the past five years,
joining the old Ritalin standby. Focalin XR, the
extended-release form of Focalin (dexmethylphenidate HCl), is
one of the newer ADHD medications introduced to the market in
recent years.
The FDA
approved Focalin, a modified version of Ritalin, in 2001 for use
in children. Focalin XR, was approved for adult use in June
2005. Focalin XR for ADHD is about 70 percent effective in
decreasing the symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder, which is
about the same level of effectiveness to Ritalin, Concerta,
Adderall and Strattera. Although the prevailing ADHD medications
have about the same level of effectiveness on the general
population, children and adults react differently to the
different formulations. Ritalin might produce severe side
effects while Focalin XR side effects might be minimal. Adderall
side effects could present themselves differently than Strattera
side effects.
In most cases
the Focalin XR side effects are mild but some, though rare, are
life-threatening. Nervousness, insomnia and appetite changes are
the most common adverse Focalin XR side effects. People
considering Focalin XR for ADHD need to be clear about the
benefits as well as the potential side effects – including the
potential for abuse and addiction - before taking Focalin XR.
Common Focalin
XR side effects include:
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Difficulty
sleeping or insomnia
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Loss of
appetite, subsequent weight loss, stunted growth (with
long-term use in children).
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Nervousness, agitation, irritability, restlessness.
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Stomach
aches.
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Headaches.
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Dry mouth.
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Nausea.
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Dizziness.
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Pulse
changes.
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Fever or
chills.
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Vomiting
Although the
following Focalin side effects are less common, these side
effects are more serious in nature;
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Abnormal
muscular movements, jerking or twitching body movements.
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Depression.
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Emotional
instability, changes in mood or behavior.
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Hallucinations.
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Hair loss.
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Joint pain.
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Purplish
skin spots or bruises.
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Skin rash,
hives.
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Skin
inflammation with peeling.
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Tourette's
syndrome.
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Blurred
vision.
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Anxiety or
severe nervousness.
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Bruising.
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Over-focused, staring-type behavior.
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Chest pain,
irregular heartbeat, palpitations.
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Increased
blood pressure.
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Seizures.
All stimulant
ADHD medications are classified as Schedule II narcotics in the
Controlled Substances Act since 1971. Schedule II is the
classification for medical drugs with the highest abuse
potential and addiction profile. Therefore, Focalin XR should be
given cautiously to patients with a history of drug dependence
or alcoholism.
Using Focalin
XR for an extended period of time can produce addiction. It is
also possible to develop tolerance to
Focalin XR
, so
that larger doses are needed to produce the original effect.
Withdrawal from Focalin XR should be done only under medical
supervision. People seeking ADHD relief should carefully
evaluate
Focalin XR
information and side effects before deciding to take Focalin XR
for ADHD. Only you can decide if
Focalin XR
is the best means of treating ADHD symptoms. People wishing to
avoid the side effects of pharmaceutical stimulants have choices
for safe and effective natural treatments for Attention Deficit
Disorder.
Attend is a
safe and effective ADHD treatment scientifically formulated to
improve focus and concentration without the potentially harmful
side effects commonly associated with stimulant medication.
Self-help techniques, psychotherapy, diet and lifestyle changes
or a combination of approaches have also successfully worked at
treating Attention Deficit Disorder.
Focalin XR is
not recommended if you have the following medical conditions:
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Heart or
blood vessel-related diseases (e.g., arteriosclerosis,
cardiovascular disease).
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High blood
pressure.
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Over-active
thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
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Glaucoma.
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Emotional
instability (anxiety, tension and agitation.
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Mental
illness, including bipolar disorder, depression, mania or
schizophrenia.
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Personal or
family history of motion tics (repeated, uncontrollable
twitches), verbal tics (uncontrollable repetition of words
or sounds), or someone who suffers from, or has a family
history of, Tourette's syndrome.
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Seizure
disorders.
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Growth
problems.
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History of
alcohol or drug abuse.
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Liver
disease
Focalin XR
should not be used by people who have taken a monoamine oxidase
inhibitor (MAOI), such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate,
within the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction can occur
if combined with MAO inhibitors.
It is
recommended that, since safety and effectiveness of Focalin XR
has not been established and can cause especially severe
reactions in children under 6 years of age, this drug should not
be used for that age group.
Focalin XR can
be helpful in the short term in reducing ADHD symptoms but no
physician will claim that Focalin XR cures ADHD. Stimulants used
for ADHD symptoms merely postpone dealing with the root cause of
the behavioral and attentional problems.
If you want to
eliminate the symptoms of Attention Deficit naturally, and start
living a more fulfilling and satisfying life without the cost or
side effects of prescription stimulant medications, Attend is
perfect for you.
Safely order Attend online today on this
secure site.
*This drug
information does not
diagnose
patients, recommend therapy
or endorse
Focalin XR and information is intended to supplement, not
substitute, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that using Focalin XR is safe or
appropriate for you.
For lasting improvement, many doctors advocate finding the
underlying causes for Attention Deficit Disorder symptoms and
dealing with those first before rushing into a course of ADHD
medication. Behavioral therapy, emotional counseling, a healthy
diet
and nutritional supplements like
Attend
can all effectively diminish the symptoms of Attention
Deficit Disorder.
Take the time to thoroughly investigate
the ADHD medications, their side effects and their benefits.
With this Focalin XR information in hand, you can make an
informed decision on using drugs, looking for alternatives to
ADHD medications or developing a multi-faceted approach
combining the two approaches.
