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What to Know About the Adderall Shortage

Adderall, a prescription drug used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), has been in short supply since last October and problems are set to continue through the year. Here's what went wrong, who is affected, and what patients can do to cope with the shortage. Plus, why does ADHD seem to be more common these days?

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What to Know About the Adderall Shortage
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    What is Adderall?

    What is Adderall and how is it used to treat ADHD?

    Adderall: Uses, side effects, and dosage

    Adderall: Uses, side effects, and dosage

    Adderall is a prescription medication that doctors commonly prescribe to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. Adderall can also …

    What is ADHD and why does it seem to be more common these days?

    Downtime during COVID-19 may have prompted people to seek an ADHD diagnosis, plus a better understanding of how the condition presents in women.

    The Current Situation

    What has caused the ongoing shortage of Adderall, which other drugs are in short supply, and how is it impacting ADHD sufferers?

    What Patients and carers Can Do

    How to cope with the Adderall shortage. Plus, parenting kids with ADHD.

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