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Magyarországon már jobban elérhetőek az ADHD-s gyerekek gyógyszerei. Korábban hiány volt, de a hatóságok segítségével a készlet javul . A gyógyszertárak most kapnak folyékony formákat, és visszahozzák a Bitinex tablettákat is. Alternatív gyógyszerként Atomoxetine kapszulák is elérhetőek Amerikából.
Translation
In Hungary, medications for children with ADHD are now more accessible. Previously, there was a shortage, but with the authorities' assistance, the supply is improving. Pharmacies are now receiving liquid forms, and Bitinex tablets are available again. As an alternative medication, Atomoxetine capsules from America are also accessible.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: What forms of ADHD medication are available in Hungary now?
Liquid forms and Bitinex tablets are now available.
Question 2: Where is the alternative medication Atomoxetine imported from?
Atomoxetine capsules are imported from America.
Exercise: Vocabulary
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▌15/12/2024
The availability of critical medication for children with severe forms of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) has improved in Hungary following a period of shortage caused by global manufacturing issues, according to the country's National Public Health and Pharmaceutical Centre.
Families faced significant challenges during the school start period because the necessary medication became scarce. Csakurdáné Harmati Zsuzsanna, head of the centre's Special Pharmaceutical Authority Department, discussed the issue on InfoRádió. She indicated that thanks to coordinated efforts by relevant authorities, the situation has been alleviated and medication supply is improving.
ADHD Medication Shortage Eased in Hungary (Illustration)
Currently, pharmacies have access to the liquid form of the medication. Furthermore, limited quantities of 40-milligram tablets of Bitinex, which were previously recalled in August due to specification issues, have been reintroduced onto the market. Additionally, an alternative medication, Atomoxetine capsules, was procured from the United States, providing an intermediate solution while longer-term fixes are developed.
The department head explained that the ADHD medication shortage was a part of a larger, international issue affecting Europe and beyond, showcasing one of the downsides of globalisation where regional problems can impact wider areas. Despite having attained sufficient medication to bridge current needs, Zsuzsanna acknowledged it won't last indefinitely, and authorities are maintaining contact with wholesalers to ensure continuing supplies.
Efforts are ongoing to broaden distribution carefully and equitably across pharmacies, distributing medications in smaller increments to avoid stockpiling and ensure that as many patients as possible can access the treatments they require.
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