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Daytrana is a medication that comes in the form of a skin patch; it is licensed to treat ADHD in children. This eMedTV article describes the effects of Daytrana, explains how the patch works, and lists some of its more common side effects.
People may abuse stimulants such as Daytrana to get high, to lose weight, or for other reasons. This eMedTV article discusses Daytrana abuse and addiction, including the possible health consequences of misusing the drug.
Some alternatives to Daytrana include Desoxyn, Dexedrine, Strattera, and other medications. This eMedTV resource discusses Daytrana alternatives, including lifestyle changes (such as therapy) that may be used in place of the drug to treat ADHD.
Depression has been reported as a side effect of drugs containing the same active ingredient as Daytrana. This eMedTV Web page discusses Daytrana and depression, and explains that drugs like Daytrana may be used to treat depression in some instances.
Hair loss may be a side effect of Daytrana. This eMedTV page discusses Daytrana and hair loss. While hair loss was not reported as a side effect of Daytrana in clinical studies, the active ingredient in Daytrana has been reported to cause hair loss.
Taking Daytrana during pregnancy may not be safe. This eMedTV article discusses Daytrana and pregnancy, and explains that other forms of methylphenidate have caused birth defects and other problems in pregnant rats.
Weight loss is a relatively common side effect of Daytrana. This eMedTV segment discusses Daytrana and weight loss, and explains that weight loss can be a problem for children. Drugs like Daytrana are sometimes prescribed "off-label" for weight loss.
Often, the initial daily Daytrana dosage for children taking the drug is a 10 mg patch worn for nine hours. This eMedTV segment discusses Daytrana dosing guidelines and provides tips for how and when to use the patch containing the medication.
When warfarin, clonidine, or pressors are taken with Daytrana, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV segment lists other drugs that may interact with Daytrana and describes the potential effects of such interactions.
Daytrana has not been approved by the FDA for treating adults and teens. However, as explained in this eMedTV article, doctors may prescribe Daytrana for adults and teens -- this is known as an "off-label" use of the medication.
Effects of a Daytrana overdose may include seizures, fever, and shakiness. This section of the eMedTV Web site provides a list of other potential effects of such an overdose and looks at treatment options for someone who has overdosed on Daytrana.
A person using a Daytrana patch may have problems putting it on and remembering to remove it. This eMedTV segment addresses these and other common Daytrana patch problems in an easy-to-understand Q&A format.
Common side effects of Daytrana include such things as insomnia, nausea, and vomiting. This eMedTV resource identifies other potential Daytrana side effects, including rare but serious health problems that may occur in people taking the drug.
Daytrana is used to treat children with ADHD. As this eMedTV resource explains, however, the medication may be used "off-label" to treat adults with ADHD. Other off-label Daytrana uses include weight loss and narcolepsy treatment.