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FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Daytrana (methylphenidate) transdermal system patch, Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr), 1 patch per pouch (NDC 54092-552-01), packaged in 30-count patches per box (NDC 54092-552-30), Rx only, Manufactured for Shire US Inc., Wayne, PA 19087; by Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Miami, FL 33186.

Reported: June 20, 2012 Initiated: July 5, 2011 #D-1375-2012

Product Description

Daytrana (methylphenidate) transdermal system patch, Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr), 1 patch per pouch (NDC 54092-552-01), packaged in 30-count patches per box (NDC 54092-552-30), Rx only, Manufactured for Shire US Inc., Wayne, PA 19087; by Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Miami, FL 33186.

Reason for Recall

Miscalibrated and/or Defective Delivery System: Out of Specification results for mechanical peel force and/or the z-statistic value which relates to the patient's ability to remove the release liner from the patch adhesive prior to administration.

Details

Units Affected
335,190 patches
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico.
Location
Miami, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Daytrana (methylphenidate) transdermal system patch, Delivers 10 mg over 9 hours (1.1 mg/hr), 1 patch per pouch (NDC 54092-552-01), packaged in 30-count patches per box (NDC 54092-552-30), Rx only, Manufactured for Shire US Inc., Wayne, PA 19087; by Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Miami, FL 33186.. Recalled by Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. Units affected: 335,190 patches.
Why was this product recalled?
Miscalibrated and/or Defective Delivery System: Out of Specification results for mechanical peel force and/or the z-statistic value which relates to the patient's ability to remove the release liner from the patch adhesive prior to administration.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on June 20, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1375-2012.