People with neurodevelopmental disorder advised to contact their doctor while experts say alternative medications availableGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPeople with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are being advised to contact their doctor as Australia’s drug regulator warned a common medication used to treat the condition may be in short supply for the rest of the year.Methylphenidate – known by its brand names as Ritalin, Ritalin LA and Concerta – is in short supply in Australia due to manufacturing issues, according to a notice from the Therapeutic Goods Administration on Wednesday, which advised people to speak to their pharmacist to help source their prescription.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
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