Drug Shortage Canada
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Shortage of children’s pain meds linked to surge in dosing errors: reportBetween August and December 2022, Canada had a scarcity of pediatric acetaminophen and ibuprofen due to a spike in respiratory illnesses, prompting some to use adult meds instead.CanadaMay 31, 2023
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Supply issues still plague kids’ pain medicine, antibiotics. Why parents continue to struggleParents on the hunt for children's pain medicine or antibiotics in Canada may still be out of luck depending on what pharmacy they head to, according to experts.HealthMar 17, 2023
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‘It’s a Canada problem’: Cold and flu medication shortage outlines supply system flaws``I think this is a bit of a wake-up call,'' said Joelle Walker, vice-president of public and professional affairs at the Canadian Pharmacists Association.HealthJan 7, 2023
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Imported kids’ pain medication will start hitting shelves next week: Health CanadaManufacturers of some children's pain medication in Canada have increased production by 30 per cent, but demand continues to outstrip supply.CanadaNov 18, 2022
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Eye drops, allergy medicine among other Canadian drug shortages: industry expertsThe situation is leaving pharmacists scrambling to find alternatives while many end up at doctor's clinics or in emergency rooms for ailments they would normally treat at home.CanadaNov 15, 2022
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Canada facing shortage of breast cancer drug TamoxifenThe shortage is related to issues at the manufacturing level, drug companies say.CanadaNov 16, 2019
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Drug shortages in Canada: Why they happen and what you can do about itThere have been concerns raised recently that drug shortages are a growing problem in Canada.HealthJun 12, 2019
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