Mdet 20mg Tablet SR

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Composition FOR Mdet 20mg Tablet SR

Methylphenidate(20mg)

food interaction for Mdet Tablet SR

alcohol interaction for Mdet Tablet SR

pregnancy interaction for Mdet Tablet SR

lactation interaction for Mdet Tablet SR

food
alcohol
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lactation
Mdet 20mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Mdet 20mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
UNSAFE
The safety of Mdet 20mg Tablet SR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mdet 20mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Mdet 20mg Tablet SR

Methylphenidate(20mg)

Mdet tablet sr uses

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

How mdet tablet sr works

Mdet 20mg Tablet SR 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 mdet tablet sr

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Mdet Tablet SR

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Expert advice FOR Mdet Tablet SR

  • 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 Mdet 20mg Tablet SR

Methylphenidate

Q. Is Mdet 20mg Tablet SR a monoamine oxidase inhibitor/ opiate/ amphetamine?
Mdet 20mg Tablet SR 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 Mdet 20mg Tablet SR keep you awake or help you focus?
Yes, Mdet 20mg Tablet SR increases wakefulness, vigilance and attention span
Q. Does Mdet 20mg Tablet SR make you high?
Mdet 20mg Tablet SR has the ability to alter mood and feelings such that the effects are perceived by some as pleasant or ‘high'. Mdet 20mg Tablet SR 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 Mdet 20mg Tablet SR expire/ go bad?
Like all other medicines, Mdet 20mg Tablet SR expires.The expiry date is mentioned on the pill-box or strip. Mdet 20mg Tablet SR should not be used beyond this date of expiry.

Content on this page was last updated on 25 November, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)