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Early Onset Approved for ADHD Drug
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WEDNESDAY, Nov. 12 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a 30-minute onset of action for Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate HCI extended release) to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), maker Novartis Pharmaceuticals said Wednesday. The early onset could especially benefit children ages 6 to 12 during the morning as they get ready for school, the company said in a news release. The drug helps curtail symptoms for up to 12 hours. ADHD affects about 3 percent to 6 percent of children in the United States, with symptoms including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior, Novartis said. The new labeling is based on clinical data, including a study of 86 children ages 6 to 12. The drug provided significant symptom improvement 30 minutes after administration, compared to a non-medicinal placebo, the company said. The most common adverse reactions included abdominal pain, headache, increased appetite, and viral gastroenteritis. More information The FDA has more about this drug.
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