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Lomocot (Diphenoxylate and Atropine)
Lomocot is a combination medicine used along with other measures to treat severe diarrhea in adults. Lomocot helps stop diarrhea by slowing down the movements of the intestines.
Since Lomocot is chemically related to some narcotics, it may be habit-forming if taken in doses that are larger than prescribed. To help prevent possible abuse, Lomocot (an anticholinergic) has been added. If higher than normal doses of the combination are taken, the Lomocot will cause unpleasant effects, making it unlikely that such doses will be taken again.
Lomocot combination medicine should not be used in children. Children with diarrhea should be given solutions of carbohydrates (sugars) and important salts (electrolytes) to replace the water, sugars, and important salts that are lost from the body during diarrhea.
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
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Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine)
Vyvanse is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Vyvanse is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and in children who are 6 to 12 years old. It is used as a part of a total treatment program that may include psychological, educational, and social therapy.
Vyvanse may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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Focalin XR (Dexmethylphenidate)
Focalin XR is used for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Focalin XR is a central nervous system stimulant. Exactly how it works is not known.
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Focalin (Dexmethylphenidate)
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Focalin (dexmethylphenidate) is a mild stimulant to the central nervous system. This medication is a modified version of Ritalin (a common medication for attention disorders) and contains only the most active component.
Focalin is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Symptoms of attention deficit disorders include continual problems with moderate to severe distractibility, short attention span, hyperactivity, emotional changeability, and impulsiveness. Focalin should be given as part of a total treatment program that includes psychological, educational, and social measures.
Focalin may also be used for other purposes not listed here.
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Dextrostat (Dextroamphetamine)
Dextrostat is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Dextrostat is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Dextrostat may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Most important: Do not use Dextrostat if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), or selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam) within the past 14 days. Serious, life-threatening side effects can occur if you take Dextrostat before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to Dextroamphetamine, or if you have hardened arteries (arteriosclerosis), heart disease, moderate to severe high blood pressure (hypertension), overactive thyroid, glaucoma, severe anxiety or agitation, or a history of drug or alcohol addiction. Some stimulants have caused sudden death in children and adolescents with serious heart problems or congenital heart defects. Before taking Dextrostat, tell your doctor if you have any type of heart problems. Do not give this medication to a child younger than 3 years old without the advice of a doctor.
Long-term use of Dextrostat can slow a child’s growth. Tell your doctor if the child using this medication is not growing or gaining weight properly.
Dextrostat is a drug of abuse and may be habit-forming. Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. You should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription. Using this medication improperly can cause death or serious side effects on the heart.
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Concerta (Methylphenidate)
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Concerta (methylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Concerta is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is indicated for use in children 6 years of age and older, adolescents, and adults up to the age of 65. Concerta should be used as an integral part of a treatment program that includes psychological, educational, and social measures.
Concerta may also be used for other purposes not listed here.
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