Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 52413

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Any difference between Concerta and Metadate?

Posted by Shell on January 24, 2001, at 11:59:13

I have recently come across some information about Metadate ER which was recently approved by the FDA. Other than the fact that it comes in 10 and 20 mg pills, I don't see much difference between it and Concerta (which comes in 18 and 36 mg). Is it just a different delivery system? Is one more effective than the other?

Shell

Re: Any difference between Concerta and Metadate?

Posted by MarkinBoston on January 24, 2001, at 14:55:43

In reply to Any difference between Concerta and Metadate?, posted by Shell on January 24, 2001, at 11:59:13

> I have recently come across some information about Metadate ER which was recently approved by the FDA. Other than the fact that it comes in 10 and 20 mg pills, I don't see much difference between it and Concerta (which comes in 18 and 36 mg). Is it just a different delivery system? Is one more effective than the other?
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> Shell

The only difference seems to be in the time release mechinism. Concerta can be taken once/day in the morning, while Metadate seems to be taken in the morning and after-school.

The attractive feature of these drugs is that kids don't have to go to the nurse's office mid-day for a regular Ritalin pill. The price is higher cost for a patented drug vs. generic. The situation is similar for Aderall vs. dexamphetamine.

If remembering to take pills is not an issue for you, the generics are fine and save you or the healthcare system money.

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