DEA schedule
Is Daytrana a controlled substance?
Daytrana contains methylphenidate. Federal schedule from the FDA NDC directory, checked against the DEA controlled substances list.
Source: FDA NDC Directory file dated 2026-10-22. Publisher page
Yes. Daytrana (methylphenidate) is a Schedule II controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. Matching DEA list entry: Methylphenidate (Schedule II).
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Schedule check
| Source | What it lists |
|---|---|
| FDA NDC directory | 4 prescription listings from 1 labelers, all Schedule II |
| DEA controlled substances list | Methylphenidate: Schedule II |
DEA list entry
| Substance | DEA code | Schedule | Narcotic | Other names | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylphenidate | 1724 | II | No | Concerta; Ritalin; Methylin | Listed by name |
Daytrana NDC listings
| NDC | Product | Form | Strength | Labeler | DEA schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68968-5552 | Daytrana | patch | 10 mg/9h | Noven Therapeutics, LLC | CII |
| 68968-5553 | Daytrana | patch | 15 mg/9h | Noven Therapeutics, LLC | CII |
| 68968-5554 | Daytrana | patch | 20 mg/9h | Noven Therapeutics, LLC | CII |
| 68968-5555 | Daytrana | patch | 30 mg/9h | Noven Therapeutics, LLC | CII |
Questions
Is Daytrana a controlled substance?
Yes. Daytrana (methylphenidate) is a Schedule II controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. Matching DEA list entry: Methylphenidate (Schedule II).
Is Daytrana a narcotic?
No. The DEA list does not mark methylphenidate as a narcotic (NARC = N) and places it in Schedule II. Its FDA established pharmacologic class is Central Nervous System Stimulant.
What schedule is Daytrana?
Daytrana is Schedule II in the FDA NDC directory, which matches the DEA controlled substances list.
Does this page cover state schedules?
No. This page reports the federal schedule only. Some states schedule drugs on their own; check your state board of pharmacy.
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