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About Daytrana

Why the Daytrana® Patch?

Daytrana, the first and only patch for ADHD

  • It's easy by design. Apply the patch to the hip area in the morning. It's discreet and designed to stay on.
  • It works. In clinical testing, Daytrana provided significant improvement in ADHD symptoms, increasing attention in the classroom, performance on math tests and interactions with peers and adults.
  • It's flexible. It's recommended that the patch be worn for 9 hours, but its effects can continue for 3 hours more after it is removed. But at the doctor's direction, the patch may be removed sooner, so you can adjust your child's treatment to his/her specific needs. For example, your schedule may vary on weekends, vacations, etc. Pills don't offer this kind of flexibility.

Daytrana is indicated for the treatment of ADHD in children ages 6-12.

In clinical studies, side effects were generally mild to moderate.

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Important Safety Information

Tell your doctor about any heart conditions, including structural abnormalities, your child or a family member may have. Inform your doctor immediately if the child develops symptoms that suggest heart problems, such as chest pain or fainting.

Daytrana should not be used if the child has: significant anxiety, tension, or agitation; allergies to methylphenidate or other ingredients of Daytrana; glaucoma; discontinued in the last 14 days or is taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI); tics, or family history or diagnosis of Tourette’s syndrome.

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.

In clinical studies, side effects were generally mild to moderate. The most common side effects reported with Daytrana were decreased appetite, sleeplessness, sadness/crying, twitching, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, tics, and affect lability (mood swings). Aggression, new abnormal thoughts/behaviors, mania, and growth suppression have been associated with use of drugs of this type. Tell your doctor if the child has blurred vision while using Daytrana.

Abuse of Daytrana can lead to dependence.

Daytrana should be applied daily to clean, dry skin, which is free of any cuts or irritation. Skin redness or itching is common with Daytrana. Allergic skin rash may occur.

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