CONCERTA vs CYLERT

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CONCERTA and CYLERT are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CONCERTA	CYLERT
Rating	72/100	72/100
Pharmacy pays	~$18.94 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE	PEMOLINE
Manufacturer	Janssen Pharms	Abbott
Dosage forms	Tablet, extended release	Tablet
Drug class	Central Nervous System Stimulant	—
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Half-life	about 2.7 hours	—
Treats	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Narcolepsy

concerta cylert

Rating

72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$18.94 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE

PEMOLINE

Manufacturer

Janssen Pharms

Abbott

Dosage forms

Tablet, extended release

Tablet

Drug class

Central Nervous System Stimulant

—

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 2.7 hours

—

Treats

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Narcolepsy

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Concerta or Cylert?

Concerta and Cylert are tied at 3.6 out of 5 by our independent rating.

What is the difference between Concerta and Cylert?

Concerta contains Methylphenidate Hydrochloride, while Cylert contains Pemoline — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.