A Message from NCTracks on Behalf of NC Medicaid NC Medicaid PDL Changes Due to ADHD Medication Shortages

Due to multiple provider reports of shortages of certain ADHD medication that have led to access challenges throughout North Carolina, a temporary PA override will be provided for the following drugs on the Preferred Drug List (PDL):

• Adderall® Tablet
• amphetamine salt combo XR capsule (generic for Adderall® XR)
• methylphenidate ER tablet (generic for Concerta® Tablet)

More information on the amphetamine shortage can be found with the FDA and ASHP (Immediate Release and Extended Release).

The temporary PA override will remain in place until those three products move from non-preferred to preferred on the PDL, effective 2/24/23. They will remain preferred until DHB Pharmacy receives notification that this shortage has sufficiently resolved.