Daytrana Transdermal and Insulin isophane

• Generic Name: methylphenidate
• Dosage Forms: patch
• Other Brand Names: Daytrana, Adhansia XR, Aptensio XR, Concerta, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, Metadate ER, Methylin, QuilliChew ER, Quillivant XR, Relexxii, Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Metadate CD, Ritalin SR, Methylin ER

Methylphenidate transdermal is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) stimulants.

Methylphenidate transdermal works by increasing attention and decreasing restlessness in children and adults who are overactive, cannot concentrate for very long, or are easily distracted and impulsive. This medicine is used as part of a treatment program that also includes social, educational, and psychological treatment.

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: insulin isophane
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Humulin N, HumuLIN N KwikPen, Novolin N, ReliOn/NovoLIN N, Insulin Purified NPH Pork, Iletin II NPH Pork, Iletin NPH, HumuLIN N Pen, NovoLIN N PenFill, NovoLIN N Innolet, Humulin N, Novolin N

Insulin is a hormone that works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Insulin isophane is an intermediate-acting insulin that starts to work within 2 to 4 hours after injection, peaks in 4 to 12 hours, and keeps working for 12 to 18 hours.

Insulin isophane is used to improve blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.

Insulin isophane may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.