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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sarah Ping

ADHD medication being rationed as shortage ‘not taken seriously’

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People living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have said they are being left feeling “jittery” and “anxious” amidst a global shortage of medicine which they feel is “not being taken seriously”.

The Department for Health and Social Care has said the problem is a result of a worldwide supply issue and increased global demand of ADHD medications including methylphenidate, lisdexamphetamine and guanfacine.

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