Answers by TheMediTary.Com - Last updated: 12-Jul-2023
Brand names of methylphenidate include Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta, Metadate CD, Methylin, Methylin ER, Daytrana, Quillivant XR, Quillichew ER, Aptensio XR, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, and Adhansia XR.
Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant used for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Some formulations of methylphenidate may also be used for the treatment of narcolepsy.
Methylphenidate is a federal controlled substance (CII) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Methylphenidate should always be stored in a safe place to prevent misuse.
Methylphenidate is available in a number of dosage forms. Some branded products may also be available as a generic.
| Brand Name | Dosage Form | Company | Approved | Indication | Patient Population | Administration |
| Adhansia XR (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Purdue Pharma | February 27, 2019 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
| Aptensio XR (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Rhodes Pharmaceuticals | April 17, 2015 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
| Concerta (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release tablets | Janssen | August 1, 2000 | ADHD | 6 years to 65 years | once daily in the morning |
| Cotempla XR-ODT (methylphenidate) | extended-release orally disintegrating tablets | Neos Therapeutics | June 19, 2017 | ADHD | 6 years to 17 years | once daily in the morning |
| Daytrana (methylphenidate) | transdermal system | Noven Pharmaceuticals | April 6, 2006 | ADHD | 6 years to 17 years | patch applied to skin for 9 hours per day |
| Jornay PM (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Ironshore Pharmaceuticals | August 8, 2018 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the evening |
| Metadate CD (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Lannett Company | April 3, 2001 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
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Methylin (methylphenidate hydrochloride) |
oral solution | SpecGx LLC | December 19, 2002 | ADHD; Narcolepsy | 6 years and older | 2 to 3 times a day |
| Methylin ER (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release tablets | SpecGx LLC | May 9, 2000 | ADHD; Narcolepsy | 6 years and older | duration of action of approximately 8 hours |
| Quillichew ER (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release chewable tablets | NextWave Pharmaceuticals | December 4, 2015 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
| Quillivant XR (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | powder for extended-release oral suspension | NextWave Pharmaceuticals | September 27, 2012 | ADHD | 6 years and older | once daily in the morning |
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Relexxii (methylphenidate hydrochloride) |
extended-release tablets | Vertical Pharmaceuticals | July 28, 2017 | ADHD | 6 years to 65 years | once daily in the morning |
| Ritalin (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | tablets | Novartis | December 5, 1955 | ADHD; Narcolepsy | 6 years and older | 2 to 3 times a day |
| Ritalin LA (methylphenidate hydrochloride) | extended-release capsules | Novartis | June 5, 2002 | ADHD | 6 years to 12 years | once daily in the morning |