A quick overview of prescription medications. This is published by one of the leading sites for information on ADHD, Additude Magazine..
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MEDICATION FORMULATION DURATION AND DELIVERY SYSTEM
AND NOTES ON SAVINGS PROGRAMS
Methylphenidates
Aptensio XR® or
generic (Rhodes Pharmaceuticals et al)Capsule Extended coverage; 40% immediate-release layer and 60% controlled-release layer Capsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauce or yogurt.
Azstarys™ (Corium)Capsule Extended coverage; 30% immediate-release, 70% absorbed slowly over several hours*Capsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauce.CoriumCaresTM Support
Program(800-910-8432)
Concerta® or generic (Janssen and others) TabletExtended coverage; initial peak at 1 hour, then gradual release over 9 hours*Must be swallowed whole with liquid; non-absorbable shell may be passed in stool.CONCERTA® Savings
Program
Cotempla XR-ODT®â€¨ (Aytu BioPharma)Orally disintegrating tabletExtended coverage; 25% immediate-release and 75% extended-release particles*Grape-flavored; allow tablet to dissolve in saliva.Neos RxConnect Program
Daytrana® or generic (Noven Therapeutics)Transdermal patchExtended coverage; 9-hour maximum wear-time; apply 2 hours before the effect is needed; effects last up to 3 hours after the patch is removed*Applied once-daily to alternating hips; time worn can vary to control effect duration; do not cut or tear patch; monitor for skin sensitivity.Savings on Daytrana®
program
Focalin® or generic 
(Novartis and others)TabletShort-term coverageTwo doses may be prescribed per day, at least four hours apart.
Focalin XR® or generic 
(Novartis and others)CapsuleExtended coverage; 50% immediate-release and 50% delayed-releaseCapsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauce.Focalin® XR Co-Pay Card
JORNAY PM®â€¨ (Ironshore Pharmaceuticals)CapsuleExtended coverage; outer layer delays release for 10-12 hours for early morning symptom control, inner layer controls extended daytime release Take only in the evening. Capsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauce.Jornay PM™ Savings Offer
Methylin® or generic (Shionogi Inc. and others)LiquidShort-term coverageGrape-flavored; two or three doses may be prescribed per day.
Methylin® Chewable or generic (Shionogi Inc. and others)Chewable tabletShort-term coverageGrape-flavored; two or three doses may be prescribed per day. Take 30-45 minutes before a meal.
QuilliChew ER®â€¨ (Tris Pharma)Chewable tabletExtended coverage; 30% immediate-release and 70% extended-release. LiquiXR technology for continuous release throughout the dayCherry-flavored; taken once daily; tablet may be chewed or swallowed whole. 11 dosing options allow for microtitration.Tris Savings Program
Quillivant XR®â€¨ (Tris Pharma)LiquidExtended coverage; 20% immediate-release and 80% extended-release. LiquiXR technology for continuous release throughout the dayBanana-flavored; shake for at least 10 seconds before administering; liquid format allows for microtitration.Tris Savings Program
Ritalin® or generic
 (Novartis and others)TabletShort-term coverageTwo or three doses may be prescribed per day.
Ritalin LA® or generic (Novartis)CapsuleExtended coverage; 50% immediate-release and 50% delayed-release (2nd peak 4 hours later)*Capsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauce.
Amphetamines
Adderall® or generic
 (Teva and others)TabletShort-term coverageTwo or three doses may be prescribed per day.
Adderall XR® or generic
 (Takeda and others)CapsuleExtended coverage; mixture of immediate- and delayed-release beads for a double-pulsed deliveryCapsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauce
Adzenys XR-ODT®â€¨ (Aytu BioPharma)Orally disintegrating tabletExtended coverage; 50% immediate-release and 50% delayed-release particles*Orange-flavored; allow tablet to dissolve in salivaNeos RxConnect Program
Dexedrine® or generic (GlaxoSmithKline)TabletShort-term coverageTwo or three doses may be prescribed per day.
Dexedrine® Liquid or generic (GlaxoSmithKline)TabletShort-term coverageTaken once or twice daily.
Dexedrine® Spansule or generic (Amneal Pharmaceuticals)CapsuleExtended coverageTaken once daily.
DYANAVEL® XR
 (Tris Pharma)LiquidExtended coverage; up to 13 hours effectiveness. LiquiXR technology for continuous release throughout the day*Bubblegum-flavored; shake bottle before administering; liquid format allows for microtitration.Tris Savings Program
Evekeo® or generic
 (Arbor Pharmaceuticals and others)TabletShort-term coverageTwo or three doses may be prescribed per day.Evekeo® Copay Savings Program
Evekeo ODT® or generic
 (Arbor Pharmaceuticals and others)Orally disintegrating tabletShort-term coverageOne or three doses may be prescribed per day.Evekeo® Copay Savings Program
Mydayis® (Takeda)CapsuleExtended coverage (up to 16 hours); 33% immediate release, 33% delayed-release, 33% second-phase delayed release.*Capsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauce.Mydayis® Savings
Card
ProCentra® or
generic (Independence Pharmaceuticals and others)LiquidShort-term coverageBubblegum-flavored; two or three doses may be prescribed per dayPatient Coupon
Vyvanse® (Takeda)CapsuleExtended coverage; peaks in 3.5 hours*Capsule may be opened and contents dissolved in water, yogurt, or orange juice.
Vyvanse® (Takeda)Chewable tabletExtended coverage; peaks in 4.4 hours*Strawberry-flavored.
Xelstrym® (Noven Pharmaceuticals)Transdermal patchExtended coverage; 9-hour maximum wear-time; apply 2 hours before the effect is needed*Applied once-daily to alternating upper arm, upper back, chest, or flank area. Do not use more than one patch in a 24-hour period.
Zenzedi® or generic (Arbor
Pharmaceuticals)TabletShort-term coverageTwo to three doses may be prescribed
per day.Zenzedi® Copay Savings Program
Non-Stimulants
Catapres ® or generic (Boehringer Ingelheim)TabletExtended coverage; builds up to 24-hour effectivenessTaken once daily. Tablet must be swallowed whole with liquid.
Catpres TTS ® or generic (LAVIPHARM)Transdermal patchExtended coverage; builds up to 24-hour effectivenessTransdermal patch is programmed to release medication at an approximately constant rate for 7 days.
Intuniv® or generic (Takeda Pharma and others)TabletExtended coverage; builds up to 24-hour effectivenessTaken once daily. Tablet must be swallowed whole with liquid.Takeda Help at Hand Program
Kapvay® or generic (Advanz Pharma and others)TabletExtended coverage; builds up to 24-hour effectivenessTaken twice daily. Tablet must be swallowed whole.
Qelbree™â€¨ (Supernus Pharmaceuticals)CapsuleExtended coverage; builds up to 24-hour effectivenessTaken once daily. Capsule may be opened and contents swallowed with applesauceQelbree™ Pediatric Savings Card
Qelbree™ Adult Savings Card
Strattera® or generic 
(Eli Lilly and others)CapsuleExtended coverage; builds up to 24-hour effectivenessTaken once or twice daily. Capsule must be swallowed whole with liquid.Lilly Cares® Foundation Patient Assistance Program
* The medication’s estimated duration of action is based on information provided by the drug’s manufacturer. For any individual patient, this medication’s effects may last longer or shorter than indicated.