AQW 8195/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Health

To ask the Minister of Health what plans he has to ensure patients in the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust with a diagnosis of ADHD can access lisdexamphetamine.

Asked by Connie Egan MLA on 5 March 2024

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Tabled
5 March 2024
Answer due by
21 March 2024
Answered
20 March 202415 days after tabling
Department
Department of Health
Priority question
No

Answer

Patients in the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust, and others across Northern Ireland who are affected by the intermittent supply of lisdexamfetamine (Elvanse®) products should contact their prescriber or relevant healthcare professional for advice on treatment options.

As seen in my response to AQW 8194/22-27, communication has been issued to healthcare professionals providing advice and action to take during this period of supply disruption to help minimise the impact on patients. My Department is also continuing to monitor the supply situation with relevant stakeholders, including DHSC and the other devolved governments, and where necessary national and locally tried and tested mitigation arrangements can be enacted.

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