A member asked:

Will cutting concerta in half work better?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Edward Kuhnley answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Concerta is a long-: Acting form of methylphenidate in a tube with an oros delivery system inside to absorb water and push medication out slowly so it will last 10-12 hrs and some immediate release methylphenidate as a coating to get the effect started. It must not be cut/crushed/chewed as that will disrupt integrity and cause all to release at once. Prescriber can adjust dose and regimen to work better. Best regards.

Answered 12/26/2022

4.7k views

Thank
Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Concerta: Concerta is long-acting, and like any long-acting or extended-release medications, cannot be cut in half.

Answered 11/27/2017

3k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more