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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Agitation. Due to this risk, doctors usually will not prescribe Concerta to people who have these conditions. If you have anxiety or agitation, let your doctor know. They’ll likely recommend a drug other than Concerta to treat ADHD.Glaucoma. Concerta can increase blood pressure, including the pressure in your eyes. If you have glaucoma, your doctor likely will not prescribe the drug. In this case, they’ll recommend a treatment other than Concerta.Heart problems. Stimulant drugs such as Concerta can increase the risk of serious heart problems in people whose heart doesn’t function well. Serious heart problems can include stroke, heart attack, and sudden death. Due to this risk, doctors usually will not prescribe Concerta to people who have heart problems.If you have heart problems, such as an abnormal heart rhythm, tell your doctor before you start taking Concerta. They’ll discuss with you whether Concerta is safe for you to take.High blood pressure. Concerta can increase blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, discuss your risk of taking Concerta with your doctor. They’ll likely monitor your blood pressure more often during treatment.Allergic reaction. If you’ve had an allergic reaction to Concerta or any of its ingredients, your doctor likely will not prescribe Concerta. Ask them what other medications are better options for you.Certain intestinal problems. After swallowing, Concerta tablets don’t change shape. This can cause blockage in people who have narrowing in their intestines. If you have intestinal problems, talk with your doctor before starting treatment with Concerta. This will help them determine whether Concerta is safe for you to take.Alcohol and ConcertaIt’s not recommended to drink alcohol while taking Concerta. Alcohol can worsen certain side effects of the drug, such as nausea, dizziness, and irritability.Concerta is part of a group of drugs called stimulants, which increase your nervous system’s activity. Alcohol is a depressant, which means it decreases your nervous system’s activity. Taking Concerta with alcohol can hide the effects of alcohol and increase the risk of alcohol poisoning.In addition, Concerta can cause dependence.*( With dependence, your body gets used to a drug and needs it to function as usual.) Concerta isn’t recommended for people who have a history of alcohol or drug dependence.For more information about drinking alcohol while taking Concerta, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.* Concerta has a boxed warning for this side effect. This is the most serious warning from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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