Numerous pharmaceutical companies initiated the distribution of generic alternatives to Takeda Pharmaceutical's Vyvanse amid an ongoing shortage of the ADHD medication in the U.S.
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Controlled substances are medications that can cause physical and mental dependence, and have restrictions on how the prescriptions can be refilled. "We will be working closely with the DEA to request and secure additional quota to increase our production following this approval," Mallinckrodt said.Ltd's Adderall, after the Israel-based drugmaker had flagged intermittent manufacturing delays.
That shortage led to a jump in demand for Vyvanse, which combined with manufacturing issues, has resulted in a shortage of Takeda's drug. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox
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