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• Chemical Leukoderma from Daytrana Skin Patch Causes Permanent Scarring

  July 2, 2015

  Austin Kirk

  The Daytrana patch has been linked to a skin condition known as chemical leukoderma, which can cause permanent loss of skin pigmentation in sime patches.

• Daytrana Patch Side Effects Linked to Reports of Skin Problems, Discoloration: FDA

  June 25, 2015

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA is warning that the ADHD patch, Daytrana, has been linked to reports of skin color loss that are permanent.

• ADHD Drugs May Double Risk Of Youth Heart Problems: Study

  July 2, 2014

  Irvin Jackson

  New researcher suggests that side effects of some ADHD drugs may double the risk of heart problems among children.

• ADHD Drugs May Increase Risk of Teen Weight Gain: Study

  March 19, 2014

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that the use of ADHD drugs may be tied to increased weight in teen years.

• Auto Accident Risk Higher Among Drivers With ADHD: Study

  January 30, 2014

  Russell Maas

  A new study shows that people with ADHD are more likely to be involved in an accident if they are not on the proper medication.

• Ritalin, Daytrana Side Effects Linked to Long-Lasting Erection Problems

  December 18, 2013

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA warns that some ADHD drugs, such as Ritalin and Daytrana, may cause a condition known as priapism, which involves potentially harmful, long-lasting erections.

• Misuse of ADHD Drugs, Other Stimulants Sending More Adults to ER

  August 12, 2013

  Martha Garcia

  Among young adults, there have been a growing number of emergency room visits associated with misuse of stimulant drugs, such as Adderall and Ritalin.

• Daytrana Patch Problems Exceed Reports With All Other Drugs

  January 30, 2013

  Irvin Jackson

  The attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) treatment patch, Daytrana, has received a surprising number of adverse event reports, outpacing...

• Counterfeit Adderall Pills Are Being Sold Over Internet, According to FDA

  May 30, 2012

  Staff Writers

  Fake Adderall pills are reportedly being sold on the internet, and they may contain the wrong ingredients, federal health officials...

• Focalin Suicide Warning Needed, FDA Experts Say

  February 7, 2012

  Staff Writers

  A committee of health experts have recommended that the ADHD drug Focalin carry a warning about the potential increased risk...