DEA schedule
Is dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride a controlled substance?
Federal schedule for dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride from the FDA NDC directory, checked against the DEA controlled substances list.
Source: FDA NDC Directory file dated 2026-10-22. Publisher page
Yes. Dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride is a Schedule II controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. Matching DEA list entry: Methylphenidate (Schedule II).
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Schedule check
| Source | What it lists |
|---|---|
| FDA NDC directory | 3 prescription listings from 1 labelers, all Schedule II |
| DEA controlled substances list | Methylphenidate: Schedule II; Serdexmethylphenidate: Schedule IV |
DEA list entry
| Substance | DEA code | Schedule | Narcotic | Other names | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylphenidate | 1724 | II | No | Concerta; Ritalin; Methylin | Isomer or salt of the listed substance (21 CFR 1308) |
| Serdexmethylphenidate | 1729 | IV | No | None | Ester or salt of the listed substance |
Dexmethylphenidate and Serdexmethylphenidate Chloride NDC listings
Questions
Is dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride a controlled substance?
Yes. Dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride is a Schedule II controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. Matching DEA list entry: Methylphenidate (Schedule II).
Is dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride a narcotic?
No. The DEA list does not mark dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride as a narcotic (NARC = N) and places it in Schedule II. Its FDA established pharmacologic class is Central Nervous System Stimulant.
What schedule is dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride?
Dexmethylphenidate and serdexmethylphenidate chloride is Schedule II in the FDA NDC directory, which matches the DEA controlled substances list.
Does this page cover state schedules?
No. This page reports the federal schedule only. Some states schedule drugs on their own; check your state board of pharmacy.
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