Concerta and Etanercept

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

Concerta (methylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Concerta extended-release tablets are used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children 6 years of age and older.

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

• Generic Name: etanercept
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Enbrel, Erelzi Prefilled Syringe, Erelzi Sensoready Pen, Enbrel SureClick, Enbrel Prefilled Syringe, Enbrel Mini Prefilled Cartridge

Etanercept is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker that is used to treat:

• rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis, and to prevent joint damage caused by these conditions;

• polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in children who are at least 2 years old; and

• plaque psoriasis in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

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