Selegiline Transdermal Patch (Cont.)

Overdose With the Selegiline Transdermal Patch

People who take too much of the selegiline transdermal patch may have overdose symptoms that could include:
 
If you happen to overdose on the selegiline transdermal patch, seek medical attention immediately.
 
(Click Emsam Overdose for more information.)
 

Storage Methods for the Selegiline Transdermal Patch

The selegiline transdermal patch should be stored at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Do not open the selegiline transdermal patch from its pouch until you are ready to use it. After removing a patch, fold the patch in half (so that the sticky part sticks to itself) and throw it away.
 
Keep the selegiline transdermal patch (including used patches) and all other medications out of the reach of children.
 

The Selegiline Transdermal Patch: What Should I Do If I Miss a Dose?

If you forget to change your patch as scheduled, simply change your patch as soon as you remember and continue with your regular schedule. If a patch falls off, replace it with a new patch, and continue with your regular schedule.
 

The Selegiline Transdermal Patch: Strengths

The selegiline transdermal patches are available in three strengths:
 
  • 6 mg patches
  • 9 mg patches
  • 12 mg patches.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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