No Impact of ADHD Medication Shortages in B.C., Says Provincial Ministry of Health

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Shortages of medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the United States have not yet significantly impacted B.C., according to the provincial ministry of health. The ministry states that the provincial drug supply remains strong and there is no indication of an incoming, widespread shortage. Generic or brand alternatives are adequately available, and the ministry is monitoring the situation.

Shortages of medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in the United States have not yet significantly impacted B.C., according to the provincial ministry of health.

The ministry says the provincial drug supply remains strong, adding that it has no indication of an incoming, widespread shortage. The ministry says it is monitoring the situation has previously engaged with Health Canada when the shortages first appeared in the United States about a year ago.The provincial government says drug shortages occur when drug manufacturers or distributors cannot supply enough of a drug to fill prescriptions. This can result from various supply and demand causes, including manufacturing issues, distribution issues and product discontinuations.

 

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