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Application Instructions for Daytrana®

The Daytrana patch can become a simple addition to your child’s daily routine.

How To Apply The Patch | How to Remove The Patch

Applying the Daytrana Patch is as quick as peel, place, and press.

Just follow the instructions below. Click here to learn more about how the Daytrana patch works.

  1. placement of patch on the hipWhere to apply Daytrana.
    • Apply patch to the hip area once each day. (Avoid the waistline, since clothing may cause the patch to rub off.)
    • You should alternate the hip on which the patch is worn every day to reduce potential irritation. Also, put the patch in a different place on the child's hip each time. For example, if the patch is worn on the right hip on Day 1, apply the patch to the left hip on Day 2, the right hip on Day 3, and so on.
    • Tip: Apply the patch on one hip on odd days of the month, and to the other hip on even days. (Just remember on months with 31 days, you'll have to switch hips on the 1st!)

    You may find the Medication Tracking Calendar (PDF) useful for tracking proper placement, care, and disposal.

  2. Before you apply Daytrana.
    • Make sure the patch is not defective or damaged in any way, that it separates easily from the protective liner, and that it has not been stored in the refrigerator or freezer.
    • If the patch is damaged, discard the patch according to the instructions provided below, and apply a new one to your child's skin.
  3. How to apply Daytrana.
    • cutting pouch with scissorsWhen you're ready to apply Daytrana, carefully cut open the pouch containing the patch with scissors and remove the patch. (Be careful not to cut the patch—patches that have been cut or damaged should not be used.)
    • how to hold the patchHold the patch with the protective liner facing you — the word Daytrana will appear backwards since you are looking at the back of the patch.
    • peeling the patch from the protective liningGently bend the patch along the faint line, and slowly peel half the liner to expose the sticky surface underneath. (Try to avoid touching the sticky part with your fingers. If you do touch it, wash your hands immediately after application.)
    • apply the patch and smooth it onto the skinPlace the sticky side of the patch firmly into place on the hip and smooth it down.
    • While holding the sticky side down, gently fold back the other half and slowly peel the remaining protective liner.
    • smooth the patch after applyingPress the entire patch firmly into place with your palm. Press for about 30 seconds. This ensures good adhesion of the patch to the skin. Go over the edges with your fingers to make sure that it's well placed and secure.
    • Wash your hands immediately after applying the patch.

Please Note:

Patches should not be reapplied with bandages, tape, or other household adhesives. Also, do not use hair dryers, heating pads, electric blankets, or other heat sources directly on the patch.

How To Remove The Patch | How To Apply The Patch

When you remove the patch, peel it off slowly. Fold the used Daytrana patch in half so that the sticky side sticks to itself. Flush the used Daytrana patch down the toilet* or dispose of it in a lidded trash receptacle.

If any adhesive residue remains on your child's skin after removing the patch, gently rub the area with oil or lotion to remove the adhesive from the skin.

Any unneeded or expired Daytrana patches should be disposed of properly. Remove leftover patches from their protective pouches, peel off the protective liners, and fold the sticky sides together. Then flush the patches down the toilet* or throw away in a lidded trash receptacle.

Wash your hands immediately after handling the patch.

Do not flush the pouches or the protective liners down the toilet. These items should be properly thrown away in the trash.

*Do not flush if you have a septic tank.

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Daytrana is a prescription central nervous system (brain) stimulant medicine used to treat ADHD in people 6 to 17 years old. Daytrana may help increase attention and decrease impulsive and hyperactive behavior. Daytrana should be used as a part of a total treatment program for ADHD that may include counseling or other therapies.

Important Safety Information

IMPORTANT:
Daytrana is a controlled substance (CII) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Keep Daytrana in a safe place to protect it from theft. Selling or giving away Daytrana may harm others and is against the law.

Tell the prescribing doctor if your child has ever abused or been dependent on alcohol, prescription medicines or street drugs.

Daytrana should not be used if your child is very anxious, tense, or agitated; has an eye problem called glaucoma; has tics (repeated movements or sounds that cannot be controlled) has a diagnosis or family history of seizures or has a diagnosis or family history of Tourette’s syndrome; or have had an abnormal brain wave test (EEG); is taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) medicine or has discontinued an MAOI medicine in the last 2 weeks; is pregnant or breastfeeding; is allergic to methylphenidate or any other ingredients of Daytrana.

Serious heart problems have been reported with Daytrana or other stimulant medicines including:

  • sudden death in people with heart problems or heart defects
  • stroke and heart attack in adults
  • increased blood pressure and heart rate

Tell the doctor if your child or a family member has any heart problems, heart defects, or increased blood pressure and heart rate. Remove the Daytrana patch and call the doctor right away if your child has any signs of heart problems such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or fainting while using Daytrana.

Serious mental (psychiatric) problems have been reported with Daytrana or other stimulant medicines including:

  • new or worse aggressive behavior, hostility, anger or irritability
  • new or worse bipolar illness or mania (an extreme increase in activity or talking)
  • new or worse psychosis (hearing or seeing things that are not real, being suspicious, or distrustful, believing things that are not true)
  • other unusual or extreme changes in behavior or mood

Tell the doctor about any mental problems your child or family members have including suicide or depression, bipolar illness, mania, or psychosis. Call the doctor right away if your child has any new or worsening mental symptoms or problems while using Daytrana.

Serious side effects such as seizures (this usually happens in people with a history of seizures), slowing of growth (weight and height), eyesight changes or blurred vision have been reported with Daytrana. Allergic skin rash may occur. Stop using Daytrana and see the doctor right away if swelling, bumps, or blisters happen at or around where the patch is applied.

If the patch is worn longer than 9 hours in a day, or if more than 1 patch is worn at a time, too much Daytrana has been used. Your child should not use hair dryers, heating pads, electric blankets, heated water beds or other heat sources while wearing a Daytrana patch. This could cause too much medicine to pass into your child’s body and cause serious side effects.

Your child should have his or her height and weight checked often while taking Daytrana and your doctor may stop treatment if a problem is found during these check-ups.

Most common side effects seen with Daytrana include skin problems (redness, small bumps, itching) where the patch is applied, poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, weight loss, tics, trouble sleeping, mood swings, and dizziness.

Please see Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide including Warning regarding abuse and dependence.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call
1-800-FDA-1088.

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