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Jornay PM
methylphenidate, evening-dosed · Methylphenidate class
Taken the evening before, released around wake-up — the only stimulant that covers the first hour of the morning. Its milligram scale runs higher than other methylphenidate products.
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Available strengths
20 mg · 40 mg · 60 mg · 80 mg · 100 mg
How long it lasts
Typical effective duration is 10–12 hours, though metabolism, sleep, and food timing move this meaningfully for individuals. See how it compares to every other product on the duration chart.
Approximate dose equivalents
Every marketed Jornay PM strength translated into five common alternatives (total-daily-dose basis). Cross-class figures (†) use the rough ~2:1 amphetamine↔methylphenidate heuristic and are the least precise.
| Jornay PM | Adderall IR | Adderall XR | Vyvanse | Ritalin IR | Concerta | Focalin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mg | ≈ 13.3 † | ≈ 13.3 † | ≈ 33.3 † | ≈ 20 | ≈ 24.1 | ≈ 10 |
| 40 mg | ≈ 26.7 † | ≈ 26.7 † | ≈ 66.7 † | ≈ 40 | ≈ 48.2 | ≈ 20 |
| 60 mg | ≈ 40 † | ≈ 40 † | ≈ 100 † | ≈ 60 | ≈ 72.3 | ≈ 30 |
| 80 mg | ≈ 53.3 † | ≈ 53.3 † | ≈ 133.3 † | ≈ 80 | ≈ 96.4 | ≈ 40 |
| 100 mg | ≈ 66.7 † | ≈ 66.7 † | ≈ 166.7 † | ≈ 100 | ≈ 120.5 | ≈ 50 |
All values ≈ mg/day, from published cross-titration references and product labeling. For a custom dose or frequency, use the interactive converter.
Common questions
What strengths does Jornay PM come in?
Jornay PM (methylphenidate, evening-dosed) is available in: 20, 40, 60, 80, 100 mg.
How long does Jornay PM last?
Typical effective duration is 10–12 hours, though individual metabolism varies.
Is there a generic Jornay PM?
No — it is currently brand-only, typically $350–450/month cash. The manufacturer copay card can substantially reduce the price for commercially insured patients.
What is Jornay PM equivalent to?
As a total-daily-dose approximation, Jornay PM 60 mg is ≈ 40 mg Adderall XR, ≈ 100 mg Vyvanse, ≈ 60 mg/day methylphenidate (Ritalin). These are discussion figures from published cross-titration references — cross-class conversions are rougher, and actual switches are titrated by your prescriber.