Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Medication Shortages

Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament at on 16 November 2023.

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Photo of Jenni Minto Jenni Minto Scottish National Party

To reiterate,

I absolutely appreciate that the medicine shortages are very concerning for patients who are affected and their families. As I said in response to Daniel Johnson, in November, the Scottish Government held an extraordinary meeting of CAMHS lead clinicians to discuss a collective approach to the shortage of ADHD medication. At that meeting, national health service boards shared the approaches that they were taking, and the group agreed to continue collective discussions.

The Scottish Government will continue close dialogue with all health boards to manage the shortage and provide support when needed.