Emma's ADHD Medication Struggle

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‘Feels quite cruel’: Australians with ADHD scrambling to find medication amid shortage

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Vyvanse has not been in regular supply in Australia for more than a year .

The medicines regulator, the Therapeutics Goods Administration ( TGA ) announced shortages of 30 mg, 40 mg, 50mg and 60 mg strengths experienced last year had been resolved in April this year , only for shortages to be declared again on 14 June .

Takeda said it utilised the full quota of the medicine it was allotted by the US Drug Enforcement Administration .

RANZCP has sought a meeting with the DEA to discuss fast-tracking the supply of the medication.

Pharmacy Guild of Australia said patients shouldn't have to shop around for essential medicines.

Pharmacy guild said manufacturers, wholesalers and government have a role to play in ensuring sufficient stock is available in Australia so that patients can get their essential medicines when and where they need them.

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