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Frequently Asked Questions About Daytrana™


	What happens if I leave the Daytrana patch on for more than 9 hours? Why must the Daytrana patch be applied to the hip? What happens if I accidentally put the Daytrana patch on the same hip two days in a row? What is the active ingredient in Daytrana? What happens if the Daytrana patch gets wet while my child is wearing it? If I take the Daytrana patch off of my child early one day, can I reuse it on another day? What happens if I accidentally touch the sticky part, or get some adhesive on my hands? What if my child is pregnant? What happens if I accidentally cut the patch when removing it from the protective pouch?

Q. What happens if I leave the Daytrana patch on for more than 9 hours?

A. It’s recommended that the patch be worn for 9 hours; its effects continue for 3 hours more after it’s removed. Should your child wear it beyond 9 hours, he or she may experience increased side effects such as difficulty sleeping or lack of appetite.

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Q. Why must the Daytrana patch be applied to the hip?

A. If applied elsewhere, the medication in the patch may be absorbed differently. This has not been adequately tested in clinical studies.

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Q. What happens if I accidentally put the Daytrana patch on the same hip two days in a row?

A. Placing the Daytrana patch on the same hip for two days in a row may increase the risk of skin irritation or redness. It is recommended that you alternate the hip on which the patch is worn every day to reduce any potential irritation. You should also put the patch in a different place on the child’s hip each time.

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Q. What is the active ingredient in Daytrana?

A. Daytrana’s active ingredient is methylphenidate. Doctors have been using methylphenidate in pills to treat ADHD for over 50 years. What makes Daytrana different is its delivery method (transdermal patch technology) and dosage form. Because of this, some of the benefits and risks of Daytrana are different than those associated with oral forms of methylphenidate.

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Q. What happens if the Daytrana patch gets wet while my child is wearing it?

A. When properly applied, the Daytrana patch is designed to stay on and keep delivering medicine. If the patch falls off, discard the old patch and a new patch can be applied to a different area of the same hip. Do not use tape, bandages, or other household adhesives to reapply the patch that no longer adheres. Exposure to water during bathing, swimming or showering may affect patch adhesion.

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Q. If I take the Daytrana patch off of my child early one day, can I reuse it on another day?

A. No. Anytime you take off the Daytrana patch, you should dispose of it properly (see Daytrana Application, Removal and Disposal Instructions).

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Q. What happens if I accidentally touch the sticky part, or get some adhesive on my hands?

A. No significant amount of the medicine is lost. If you touch the sticky part with your fingers, wash your hands immediately after application to avoid absorbing the medication.

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Q. What if my child is pregnant?

A. If your child is pregnant or sexually active tell the doctor before using Daytrana. If your child takes methylphenidate, it may be in her breast milk. Be sure to tell the doctor if your child is nursing a baby.

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Q. What happens if I accidentally cut the patch when removing it from the protective pouch?

A. If you cut or damage the patch when removing it from the protective pouch, do not use it. Throw away the damaged patch and use a new one.

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Important Safety Information

Tell your doctor before using Daytrana if the child: is being treated for or has symptoms of depression (e.g. sadness, worthlessness, or hopelessness) or bipolar disorder; has family history of tics; has abnormal thoughts or visions, hears abnormal sounds, or has been diagnosed with psychosis; has had seizures or abnormal EEGs; has or has had high blood pressure; exhibits aggressive behavior or hostility. Tell your doctor immediately if the child develops any of these conditions/symptoms while using Daytrana.