The drug has been in short supply since Teva started experiencing a labor shortage in August,Bloombergreported.
At least three other major manufacturers of Adderall are also experiencing backlogs.
Asurveyfound that six in 10 community pharmacies had trouble supplying the drug in the beginning of August.
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Why Is There a Shortage?
The FDA said the Teva shortage is partly due to an increase in demand for Adderall.
Other manufacturers are also experiencing shortages, including Epic Pharma LLC, Rhodes Pharmaceuticals LP, and SpecGX LLC.
Drug manufacturers tend to see supply issues every few years, typically around the end of the year.
Adderall contains the stimulant amphetamine, which is a highly regulated controlled substance.
Because amphetamines are controlled substances, there are strict rules barring companies from selling them to other companies.
A surge in demand for ADHD treatment may also be at play.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual classes meant many children missed opportunities to develop social and learning skills.
Some adults went from a structured in-person work environment to the solitude of work-from-home.
The effects of these changes, Katz said, were especially pronounced for people with ADHD.
And the rise of telehealth has made it easier for many to get a diagnosis and treatment.
CHADD also runs an ADHD hotlinewith health information specialists in both English and Spanish.
If a pharmacy cannot fill an Adderall prescription, ask if they are able to partially fill it.
The extended-release version of the drug is also widely available.
The same goes for adults with ADHD in the workplace.
