Comments on: Shire Recalls Daytrana ADHD Patches in ‘Voluntary Market Withdrawal’ http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/ Looking at life through the prism of psychology, philosophy, mental health and more. Originally created by counsellor, psychotherapist and philosopher Dr Greg Mulhauser, this blog is now the work of an international team of contributors. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:49:10 +0000 hourly 1 By: Jodi http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-51323 Jodi Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:32:41 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-51323 We recently received a prescription for Daytrana for our daughter. The backing on the patch was defective. We tried three different ones all with the same result. The protective backing could not be removed without damaging the patch and the adhesive. Very frustrating. At an average of $180 per prescription for a medication that can be had for $10 in pill form, it seems like they could find a cheap solution. If Nicoderm can do it, why can't the makers of Daytrana? We recently received a prescription for Daytrana for our daughter. The backing on the patch was defective. We tried three different ones all with the same result. The protective backing could not be removed without damaging the patch and the adhesive. Very frustrating. At an average of $180 per prescription for a medication that can be had for $10 in pill form, it seems like they could find a cheap solution. If Nicoderm can do it, why can’t the makers of Daytrana?

]]> By: Michelle http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-46996 Michelle Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:57:12 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-46996 Here is a simple hint to getting the patch on easily. Place the patch in the freezer for about 30 seconds. This allows the patch to easily be removed and then it will stick easily to the skin once applied. Hope this helps Here is a simple hint to getting the patch on easily. Place the patch in the freezer for about 30 seconds. This allows the patch to easily be removed and then it will stick easily to the skin once applied. Hope this helps

]]> By: Vanessa http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-44498 Vanessa Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:11:31 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-44498 I was wondering when the patch was going to be on the market again. My pharmacy told me that they do not know when the Daytrana Patch will be available in order to fufill my precription. Do you know when it will be available? I was wondering when the patch was going to be on the market again. My pharmacy told me that they do not know when the Daytrana Patch will be available in order to fufill my precription. Do you know when it will be available?

]]> By: Christie http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-43210 Christie Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:10:30 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-43210 I've only been on the Daytrana patch for a short time. It is a nightmare to put on considering the backing doesn't peel easily. I thought the manufacturer recalled these patches to fix the problem? If it weren't for the trouble putting them on I would be completely satifsfied with the patches and the results. I'm going to talk to my doctor because if this is going to be a new battle each and every day it is not worth it. Besides half the time the medicine comes off anyways. There's got to be a better system they can come up with. If Nicoderm can make it easy for their people who wish to quit smoking to put their patch on you'd think Shire could figure something out to help their valued customers? I’ve only been on the Daytrana patch for a short time. It is a nightmare to put on considering the backing doesn’t peel easily. I thought the manufacturer recalled these patches to fix the problem? If it weren’t for the trouble putting them on I would be completely satifsfied with the patches and the results. I’m going to talk to my doctor because if this is going to be a new battle each and every day it is not worth it. Besides half the time the medicine comes off anyways. There’s got to be a better system they can come up with. If Nicoderm can make it easy for their people who wish to quit smoking to put their patch on you’d think Shire could figure something out to help their valued customers?

]]> By: Lisa Beard http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-43001 Lisa Beard Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:13:15 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-43001 Our 9yr old son was diagnosed with ADHD and we started on the Daytrana patches. We went that route because of the ease of being able to take it off and the medicine wear off. We had issues with peeling the backing off of the batch of 10mg patches that we started with, and I too, thought it was just me. We have had better success with the 15mg patches. I just thought we had a bad batch. Being a nurse, I know that can happen with certain medications and manufacturers. Our son likes the patch because he has some control of it and he doesn't have to swallow it. We do have battles when he has to take a pill of any sort. He removes the patch when he gets to his after school program so that it is not on too late. With the first doses, we had to trial the removal time to get adequate coverage and adequate sleep. Our 9yr old son was diagnosed with ADHD and we started on the Daytrana patches. We went that route because of the ease of being able to take it off and the medicine wear off.

We had issues with peeling the backing off of the batch of 10mg patches that we started with, and I too, thought it was just me. We have had better success with the 15mg patches. I just thought we had a bad batch. Being a nurse, I know that can happen with certain medications and manufacturers.

Our son likes the patch because he has some control of it and he doesn’t have to swallow it. We do have battles when he has to take a pill of any sort. He removes the patch when he gets to his after school program so that it is not on too late. With the first doses, we had to trial the removal time to get adequate coverage and adequate sleep.

]]> By: gloria http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-42540 gloria Sun, 30 Dec 2007 02:32:22 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-42540 myson is thirteen and has struggled in the past with swallowing the pills that he was taling for his adhd, so when i heard about the daytrana patch i was thrilled until i had to peel one off:( it was a nightmare for me. I'm just glad to know that i wasn't the problem and i to think that some of the medication is coming off with the backing not to mention that it then won't stay put after it has been applied and i can't afford to waste medication. myson is thirteen and has struggled in the past with swallowing the pills that he was taling for his adhd, so when i heard about the daytrana patch i was thrilled until i had to peel one off:( it was a nightmare for me. I’m just glad to know that i wasn’t the problem and i to think that some of the medication is coming off with the backing not to mention that it then won’t stay put after it has been applied and i can’t afford to waste medication.

]]> By: Amy http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/comment-page-1/#comment-42538 Amy Sat, 29 Dec 2007 16:00:20 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-42538 We struggled with time release pills and found the patch to be our "miracle support" for our son. The Shire company is very helpful too. If you ever have an issue, get the customer support number and they are extremely personable. We struggled with time release pills and found the patch to be our “miracle support” for our son. The Shire company is very helpful too. If you ever have an issue, get the customer support number and they are extremely personable.

]]> By: Tina http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/comment-page-1/#comment-42330 Tina Fri, 07 Dec 2007 23:51:55 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-42330 I worry about putting it in the refrigerator or heating with a hair dryer, because the temperature storage range is 59-86*F. I worry about putting it in the refrigerator or heating with a hair dryer, because the temperature storage range is 59-86*F.

]]> By: Gil http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/comment-page-1/#comment-42294 Gil Thu, 06 Dec 2007 03:25:45 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-42294 My son is 10years old and began using Daytrana last year and yes it was very difficult to peel at first, we used a blow dryer to warm the back and it just slips off. He can now even put his patch on himself. The morning battles have cease and it is now a beautiful day for us all. The recall is for Exp 03/2009 and earlier there is even a lot# with a 25 series. I entered "Has Daytrana been recalled?" on the net and got all my questions answer. This is truly the best meds he has taken. I also agree the redness is something we can work with. Good luck Moms My son is 10years old and began using Daytrana last year and yes it was very difficult to peel at first, we used a blow dryer to warm the back and it just slips off. He can now even put his patch on himself.
The morning battles have cease and it is now a beautiful day for us all. The recall is for Exp 03/2009 and earlier there is even a lot# with a 25 series. I entered “Has Daytrana been recalled?” on the net and got all my questions answer. This is truly the best meds he has taken. I also agree the redness is something we can work with. Good luck Moms

]]> By: Susan Jasolosky http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/comment-page-1/#comment-42195 Susan Jasolosky Fri, 23 Nov 2007 12:49:33 +0000 http://counsellingresource.com/features/2007/09/06/daytrana-patch-withdrawal/#comment-42195 Hi, My 9 yr. old son started using the patches yesterday. I'm so glad I went to this site as I really felt I was doing something wrong when peeling the backing off. They peel off completely, but it's not an easy peel off, also some of the medication is left on the backing. The lot and expiration are not part of the voluntary recall. Since we're still having difficulty I guess Shire hasn't come up with a solution. Also my son's back is quite red when the patch is removed and the glue from the patch leaves a square imprint. I used baby oil on a tissue and gently rubbed the area and the glue did come off and the reddness is getting lighter. I will try storing the patches in the refrigerator and see if it helps with the peeling process. Thank you for your advice. Hi, My 9 yr. old son started using the patches yesterday. I’m so glad I went to this site as I really felt I was doing something wrong when peeling the backing off. They peel off completely, but it’s not an easy peel off, also some of the medication is left on the backing. The lot and expiration are not part of the voluntary recall. Since we’re still having difficulty I guess Shire hasn’t come up with a solution. Also my son’s back is quite red when the patch is removed and the glue from the patch leaves a square imprint. I used baby oil on a tissue and gently rubbed the area and the glue did come off and the reddness is getting lighter. I will try storing the patches in the refrigerator and see if it helps with the peeling process. Thank you for your advice.

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