Adderall Shortage

Drug to treat AD/HD in short supply.
The Washington Post (5/4, Stein) "The Checkup" blog reported that "reports are emerging that many parents are having a hard time finding some drugs used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD). The biggest problem appears to be shortages of the drug Adderall XR (Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine) and its two generic versions." According to Shire Pharmaceuticals spokesperson "Matt Cabrey, the problem is due to 'supply and distribution irregularities' that 'are due mainly to the restricted amount of active ingredient' used to make the drugs."