When she's on the medication, one of the most commonly used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, she can concentrate, get through a school day, listen to her teacher and control her impulses. When she's off it, she's off.
In October, the US Food and Drug Administration announced a national shortage of Adderall. In the announcement, the FDA noted that one of the main manufacturers of the drug was experiencing delays and there was not sufficient supply to meet the demand for the medication. The agency anticipated the shortage to be resolved in January.
Approximately 10 million adults also have ADHD, according to Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, an organization that provides education, advocacy and support for those with ADHD."It's sort of like a post-COVID tsunami," he said, noting an increase in diagnosis is leading to higher demand when manufacturers are experiencing supply chain issues."We're hearing that pharmacies are back-ordered for months.
Physicians recommend patients talk to them if they have difficulty getting their prescription filled. Some fixes may include taking a combination of lower-dosage pills to come up with the correct dosage, substituting a brand name medication if it can be afforded, or trying a new medication if necessary.