Is Methylphenidate Film, Extended Release in shortage?
Yes. Methylphenidate Film, Extended Release is on FDA’s drug shortage list (available), last updated Sep 2, 2026.
Every listed package
FDA tracks shortages per package. What each maker reports, most recently updated first:
- Methylphenidate, Film, Extended Release, 10 mg (NDC 0574-2410-65)
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- Methylphenidate, Film, Extended Release, 15 mg (NDC 0574-2415-65)
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- Methylphenidate, Film, Extended Release, 20 mg (NDC 0574-2420-65)
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- Methylphenidate, Film, Extended Release, 30 mg (NDC 0574-2430-65)
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FDA recalls of Methylphenidate
Recalls can cause or worsen a shortage. These FDA drug recalls share an active ingredient with Methylphenidate Film, Extended Release:
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) CII, 20mg, 30-count carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven Therapeutics,
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) CII, 15 mg, 30-count carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) CII, 10mg, 30-count carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven Therapeutics,
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) CII, 30 mg, 30-count carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system), Delivers 15 mg over 9 hours, (1.6 mg/hr), 30 patches per box, Rx only,
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr) Contains: 30 Patches, Rx only,
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr) Contains: 30 Patches, Rx only,
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system), Delivers 15 mg over 9 hours (1.6 mg/hr), 30 Patches (NDC 68968-5553-1)
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system), Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr), 30 Patches (NDC 68968-5552-1)
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) Delivers 20 mg over 9 hours (2.2 mg/hr) Contains: 30 Patches in a
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system), Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr), Contains: 30 Patches in a
- Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system), Delivers 15 mg over 9 hours (1.6 mg/hr), Contains: 30 Patches in in a
Methylphenidate Film, Extended Release shortage questions
Is Methylphenidate Film, Extended Release in shortage?
Yes. Methylphenidate Film, Extended Release is on FDA’s drug shortage list (available), last updated Sep 2, 2026.
What should I do if I can’t get Methylphenidate Film, Extended Release?
Don’t stop or ration it on your own. Ask your pharmacist whether another strength, package size or maker is in stock, and ask your prescriber about an alternative if none is.
Source: FDA Drug Shortages Database via openFDA. FDA notes that openFDA data is unvalidated and should not be used to make decisions about medical care; ask your pharmacist or prescriber before changing any medication. FDA Drug Shortages Database.