Some patients have had trouble filling Adderall prescriptions since August.
The Food and Drug Administration confirmed a nationwide shortage of amphetamine mixed salts, commonly referred to by the brand name Adderall.
Some individuals already knew there was a problem having reported going weeks without medication and calling multiple pharmacies to fill prescriptions. Major retail pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens have also noted supply chain constraints. A CVS spokesperson told ABC News they are "aware of intermittent shortages of generic amphetamine medication in the supply chain," adding their pharmacists "will work with patients who are prescribed this medication as needed."
In Kentucky, a Fayette County school board member, Stephanie Spires, said the issue was "significantly impacting our classrooms," at a meeting Monday.The shortage of this key treatment for so many Americans, especially kids, comes as the new school year kicks into gear. The CDC estimates that almost 10% of children have ADHD as of 2019, and these numbers may have increased during the pandemic.
Doctors and law enforcement officials warn that people should never buy Adderall outside of a pharmacy - including from a friend, as these pills may be counterfeit and/or laced with other lethal substances. The DEA says many fake pills, containing fentanyl, are made to look like prescription stimulants like amphetamines but could be potentially deadly.
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