food interaction for Clifpred Tablet

alcohol interaction for Clifpred Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Clifpred Tablet

lactation interaction for Clifpred Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Clifpred 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Clifpred 4mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Clifpred 4mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clifpred 4mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Clifpred 4mg Tablet

Methylphenidate(4mg)

Clifpred tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

How clifpred tablet works

Clifpred 4mg Tablet is a CNS stimulant. It works by improving the activity of certain parts of the brain by increasing the levels of certain chemicals (norepinephrine and dopamine).

Common side effects of clifpred tablet

Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Abdominal pain, Nervousness

SUBSTITUTES FOR Clifpred Tablet

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Clifpred Tablet

  • It has high habit-forming potential. Do not take more than prescribed.
  • Take it early in the morning to prevent insomnia later that night.
  • Methylphenidate may raise your blood pressure and pulse. Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Methylphenidate can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • It can cause a loss of appetite, which can slow growth rate, especially in children. Monitor your child’s height and weight regularly while taking this medicine.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.
     

Frequently asked questions FOR Clifpred 4mg Tablet

Methylphenidate

Q. Is Clifpred 4mg Tablet a monoamine oxidase inhibitor/ opiate/ amphetamine?
Clifpred 4mg Tablet is central nervous system stimulant drug that is used in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and learning difficulties). It is not monoamine oxidase inhibitor or an opiate. It is similar in function to amphetamine, but milder in nature
Q. Does Clifpred 4mg Tablet keep you awake or help you focus?
Yes, Clifpred 4mg Tablet increases wakefulness, vigilance and attention span
Q. Does Clifpred 4mg Tablet make you high?
Clifpred 4mg Tablet has the ability to alter mood and feelings such that the effects are perceived by some as pleasant or ‘high'. Clifpred 4mg Tablet belongs to a sub schedule X consisting psychotropic and habit forming substances. It is available strictly as per the prescription and should always be used as advised by doctor
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Q. Does Clifpred 4mg Tablet expire/ go bad?
Like all other medicines, Clifpred 4mg Tablet expires.The expiry date is mentioned on the pill-box or strip. Clifpred 4mg Tablet should not be used beyond this date of expiry.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)