What Is Concerta Medication?
Concerta is a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adults. It is typically taken once a day, usually in the morning, and should be taken a half-hour before eating. Because Concerta is an extended-release medication that slowly dispenses medication, the pill should not be crushed or chewed. The active ingredient in Concerta, methylphenidate, is known to be habit forming and is not as effective if it is being abused.
