How to switch from Concerta XL to Equasym XL and vice versa
Switching between Type 1 & Type 2 (Concerta XL 54mg to Equasym XL)
Use the reference table to identify the IR component of Concerta XL 54mg. Concerta XL 54mg IR Component = 12 mg
Use the reference table for Type 2 to identify the closest match in IR component. Equasym XL closest IR component = 12mg, contained in Equasym XL 40mg capsules
Suitable switch would be Equasym XL 40mg Capsules along with monitoring for symptom control.
Switching between Type 2 & Type 3 (Equasym XL 20mg to Medikinet XL)
Switching between Type 2 & Type 3 (Equasym XL 20mg to Medikinet XL)
Use the reference table below to identify the IR component of Equasym XL 20mg. Equasym XL 20mg IR Component = 6mg
Use the reference table for Type 3 to identify the closest match in IR component. Medikinet closest IR component = 5mg, contained in Medikinet XL 10mg capsules
Suitable switch would be Medikinet XL 10mg Capsules along with monitoring for symptom control.
