DAYTRANA vs METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. DAYTRANA and METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	DAYTRANA	METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Rating	54/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$18.94 /30	~$18.94 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHYLPHENIDATE	METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Noven Pharms Inc	Alkem Labs Ltd
Dosage forms	Patch	Capsule, extended release, Solution, Tablet, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Central Nervous System Stimulant	Central Nervous System Stimulant
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Half-life	about 2.7 hours	about 2.7 hours
Treats	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy

daytrana methylphenidate hydrochloride

Rating

54/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$18.94 /30

Type

Active ingredient

METHYLPHENIDATE

METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Noven Pharms Inc

Alkem Labs Ltd

Dosage forms

Patch

Capsule, extended release, Solution, Tablet, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Central Nervous System Stimulant

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 2.7 hours

Treats

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Daytrana or Methylphenidate Hydrochloride?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $18.94 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Daytrana and Methylphenidate Hydrochloride?

Daytrana contains Methylphenidate, while Methylphenidate Hydrochloride contains Methylphenidate Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.