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Focalin and Hematologic toxicity

Result of checking the interaction of drug Focalin and disease Hematologic toxicity for safety when used together.

Check result:

Focalin <> Hematologic toxicity

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Hematologic toxicity, including thrombocytopenia, easy bruisability, epistaxis, leukopenia, anemia and eosinophilia, has been reported rarely during use of methylphenidate. However, a causal relationship has not been established. Therapy with methylphenidate (racemic) or dexmethylphenidate (the more pharmacologically active d-enantiomer) should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting blood dyscrasias or bone marrow suppression. Periodic hematologic monitoring may be appropriate in all patients during prolonged therapy.

References:

"Product Information. Focalin (dexmethylphenidate)." Mikart Inc, Atlanta, GA.
"Product Information. Ritalin (methylphenidate)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals, East Hanover, NJ.

Focalin

Generic Name: dexmethylphenidate

Brand Name: Focalin, Focalin XR

Synonyms: n.a.

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