Meth OD 10mg Tablet

Last Updated: December 11th, 2025

Meth OD 10mg Tablet is a product of Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Methylphenidate (10mg)

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All Details About Meth OD 10mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Meth OD 10mg Tablet

Description:

Meth OD 10mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and learning difficulties). It helps to improve attention span, concentration and reduces impulsive behavior.

Meth OD 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), abdominal pain, and nervousness. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. This medicine causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Earlier taking Meth OD 10mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Uses:

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Meth OD 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Meth OD

Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Abdominal pain
Tenseness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Meth OD 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Meth OD 10mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Meth OD 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Meth OD 10mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel dizzy, have problems focussing or have blurred vision when taking Meth OD 10mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Meth OD 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Caution should be exercised in patients with underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Meth OD 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

Is Meth OD 10mg Tablet a monoamine oxidase inhibitor/ opiate/ amphetamine?

Meth OD 10mg Tablet is central nervous system stimulant drug that is used in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and learning difficulties). It is not monoamine oxidase inhibitor or an opiate. It is similar in function to amphetamine, but milder in nature

Does Meth OD 10mg Tablet keep you awake or help you focus?

Affirmative, Meth OD 10mg Tablet increases wakefulness, vigilance and attention span

Does Meth OD 10mg Tablet make you high?

Meth OD 10mg Tablet has the ability to alter mood and feelings such that the effects are perceived by some as pleasant or ‘high'. Meth OD 10mg Tablet belongs to a sub schedule X consisting psychotropic and habit forming substances. It is available strictly as per the prescription and should always be used as advised by doctor

Does Meth OD 10mg Tablet expire/ go bad?

Like all other medicines, Meth OD 10mg Tablet expires.The expiry date is mentioned on the pill-box or strip. Meth OD 10mg Tablet should not be used beyond this date of expiry.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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