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The introduction of lisdexamfetamine, a generic for Vyvanse, initially showed promise in increasing access to ADHD treatment. However, it too has fallen into shortage, highlighting the ongoing challenges in meeting patient demand.

Changes to blood-based biomarkers can be detected before Alzheimer’s symptoms appear, potentially allowing for earlier intervention and more targeted treatment approaches.

Actigraphy devices revealed significant improvements in sleep patterns with nighttime levodopa use, despite patients not perceiving these changes subjectively.

CGRP inhibitors have shown promise in reducing migraine days and improving quality of life, but their wide-ranging effects throughout the body warrant careful consideration and long-term monitoring.

Expert psychiatric nurse practitioners stress the importance of familiarity with product inserts for each long-acting injectable antipsychotic to effectively manage missed doses in schizophrenia treatment.