Noven Pharmaceuticals Inc recalls Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) Delivers 30 mg over 9 hours (3.3 mg/hr) Contains: 30 Patches in a
Noven Pharmaceuticals recalls Daytrana patches due to defective delivery system. Out of specification mechanical peel may cause inconsistent medication release. Affected lots from 87377 to 88939 expiring 3/2021 to 8/2021.
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Defective Delivery System: Out of specification for mechanical peel.
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What happened, in plain English
Noven Pharmaceuticals is recalling Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal patches) because the delivery system may not work properly. This could lead to inconsistent medication release, which might affect treatment effectiveness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36503-noven-daytrana-patches-recall-defective-delivery-system-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36503-noven-daytrana-patches-recall-defective-delivery-system-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0296-2021
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“Noven Daytrana Patches Recall: Defective Delivery System Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36503-noven-daytrana-patches-recall-defective-delivery-system-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0296-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0296-2021%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The patches have a mechanical peel issue that may not release medication as intended. This could cause inconsistent dosing, but the recall does not mention immediate injury risks.
Who’s affected
People prescribed Daytrana for ADHD who have the recalled patches. Those with specific lot numbers from 87377 to 88939 expiring through August 2021 are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the lot number on the packaging, which ranges from 87377 to 88939. The expiration dates are between March 2021 and August 2021. Daytrana is a prescription medication for ADHD.
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All 4 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Nationwide in the USA- NDC
68968-5552-3, 68968-5553-3, 68968-5554-3, 68968-5555-3
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0293-2021 | Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system), Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr), Contains: 30 Patches in a foil-sealed polypropylene tray, packed in a paper carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven Therapeutics, LLC, Miami, FL, 33186, By Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Miami, FL, 33186, NDC 68968-5552-3.; Lots #: 87579, Exp 3/2021 & 88243, Exp 7/2021. | 473,280 patches |
| D-0294-2021 | Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system), Delivers 15 mg over 9 hours (1.6 mg/hr), Contains: 30 Patches in in a foil-sealed polypropylene tray, packed in a paper carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven Therapeutics, LLC, Miami, FL, 33186, By Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Miami, FL, 33186, NDC 68968-5553-3.; Lots #: 87818, Exp 4/2021, 88274, Exp 5/2021 & 88531, Exp 7/2021. | 551,670 patches |
| D-0295-2021 | Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) Delivers 20 mg over 9 hours (2.2 mg/hr) Contains: 30 Patches in a foil-sealed polypropylene tray, packed in a paper carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven Therapeutics, LLC, Miami, FL, 33186, By Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Miami, FL, 33186, NDC 68968-5554-3.; Lots #: 87580, Exp 4/2021, 87819, Exp 4/2021, 88244, Exp 6/2021, 88245, Exp 6/2021, 88532, Exp 06/2021 & 88533, Exp 7/2021. | 786,900 patches |
| D-0296-2021 | Daytrana (methylphenidate transdermal system) Delivers 30 mg over 9 hours (3.3 mg/hr) Contains: 30 Patches in a foil-sealed polypropylene tray, packed in a paper carton, Rx only, Manufactured for Noven Therapeutics, LLC, Miami, FL, 33186, By Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Miami, FL, 33186, NDC 68968-5555-3.; Lots #: 87377, Exp 3/2021, 87572, Exp 3/2021, 87581, Exp 4/2021, 87820, Exp 5/2021, 88246, Exp 6/2021, 88535, Exp 7/2021, 88536, Exp 8/2021, 88537, Exp 8/2021 & 88939, Exp 8/2021. | 934,140 patches |
What to do — step by step
Check Lot Number
Look for the lot number on the packaging, which is between 87377 and 88939.
Contact Your Doctor
Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you need a replacement or alternative treatment.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to use?
The recall states the delivery system may not work properly, but it does not indicate immediate safety risks. Consult your doctor for personalized advice.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
Check the lot number on the packaging. If it matches the recalled range, contact your doctor to discuss alternatives or a replacement.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
The product has a lot number between 87377 and 88939 with expiration dates from March 2021 to August 2021.
Contact Noven
We’ve drafted a message you can send Noven to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0296-2021 — Noven Noven Hello, I own a Noven that is covered by recall D-0296-2021 from Noven. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0296-2021 (February 19, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0296-2021 to see it in context.
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