Aptensio XR and Buspirone Hydrochloride

• Generic Name: methylphenidate
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Adhansia XR, Aptensio XR, Concerta, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, Metadate ER, Methylin, QuilliChew ER, Quillivant XR, Relexxii, Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Metadate CD, Ritalin SR, Daytrana, Methylin ER

Aptensio XR is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy.

Aptensio XR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: buspirone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Buspar, Buspar Dividose, Vanspar, Buspirex, Bustab, LinBuspirone

Management of anxiety disorders (anxiety and phobic neuroses) and short-term relief of symptoms of anxiety.

Efficacy generally comparable to that of benzodiazepines (e.g., alprazolam, clorazepate, diazepam, lorazepam) in the management of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

Preferred by some clinicians for the management of anxiety disorders in patients with a history of aggression or in whom disinhibition has occurred during benzodiazepine therapy.