Focalin generic name?

What is the generic name of Focalin?

Focalin is the brand name for dexmethylphenidate (often written as dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride). [1]

Is Focalin the same as “methylphenidate” generics?

No. Most “methylphenidate” products are different formulations or the racemic form, while Focalin specifically is dexmethylphenidate, the active isomer. [1]

What spelling should you look for on a prescription or label?

You may see the medicine written as:
- dexmethylphenidate or
- dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride

These refer to the generic name used for Focalin. [1]

Related: Are there multiple brand products using the same generic name?

Focalin and Focalin XR both use the dexmethylphenidate generic name, with differences in the product’s release profile (immediate-release vs extended-release). [1]

Source

[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/focalin