Patients reimbursed for ADHD medication quadruples in 10 years, says new research
The Journal
The number of patients reimbursed for ADHD medication in Ireland has increased by 314% over the past decade, with the largest growth among those aged 16 to 34. The dosage units of ADHD medication dispensed to adults more than doubled between 2015 and 2024. Increased awareness and recognition of ADHD in adults, along with changes in prescribing patterns, are believed to be key factors behind the rise in prescriptions.
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