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What Causes Amenorrhea While On Concerta In A 13 Year Old Teenager?
Question: My daughter is 13 and started her periods2 years ago
. She has been on concerta for 6 months and had not had a period for the last two months ? Could this be due to the medication she is on 56 mg
. She has been on concerta for 6 months and had not had a period for the last two months ? Could this be due to the medication she is on 56 mg
Brief Answer:
Concerta
Detailed Answer:
Hello. I just read through your question.
Absence of menstruation in someone who was regular, is typically not seen with Concerta. The common side effects of decreased appetite and weight loss can, themselves, can be a cause of missed periods.
I don't know if she has been experiencing that. But in any case, I recommend consulting with the doctor who prescribed the medication. Perhaps a slight adjustment of the dosage can make a positive difference.
Concerta
Detailed Answer:
Hello. I just read through your question.
Absence of menstruation in someone who was regular, is typically not seen with Concerta. The common side effects of decreased appetite and weight loss can, themselves, can be a cause of missed periods.
I don't know if she has been experiencing that. But in any case, I recommend consulting with the doctor who prescribed the medication. Perhaps a slight adjustment of the dosage can make a positive difference.
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