Tag: drug shortages
Over 100 medicines are currently in short supply, warns BGMA
Reducing disruptions to the movement of medicines around the world is “absolutely critical” for maintaining supply resilience in the UK, ABPI has suggested.
The...
Former Hollywood extra Lee Cato says ADHD medication shortage forced him to quit job
He hasn't been able to access Concerta or any alternatives to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) for over a month
The severity of the...
Medicine supply shortages now worse than ever, says Janet Morrison
The number of products in short supply has doubled in the past two years, affecting treatments for various conditions
Pharmacists have expressed concerns about severe...
Nearly 50% pharmacy workers not sure they can provide Pharmacy First service: ITV survey
A large number of community pharmacies are facing record drug shortages, abuse from customers and funding gap, the survey reveals
The Pharmacy First service, set...
Drug shortages in the UK reached record high this year
Brexit and voluntary scheme are among the reasons blamed for the shortages
Drug shortages have become a global issue, with many countries struggling to...
BIG PICTURE: Fixing the medicines shortage crisis
From over-the-counter flu tablets to crucial antibiotics and antidepressants, medicines are running scarce in UK pharmacies this year, causing concerns among patients, the government,...