Daytrana Transdermal and Ziconotide Intrathecal

• 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: ziconotide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Prialt

Ziconotide injection is used to relieve severe chronic pain in patients who have already been treated with other medicines (e.g., morphine) and did not work well.

Ziconotide is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.