Drug Shortages

• Canadian pharmacists have new prescriptive powers amid doctor shortages

  "Pharmacies are trying to do a lot with limited resources,'' said Danielle Paes, chief pharmacist officer at the Canadian Pharmacists Association.

  Health

  Jan 2, 2023
  
• Liquid antibiotics the next drug to disappear during Sask. medication shortage

  A lack of supply of medication is again causing concern. Commonly prescribed to cure children's infections, Sask. pharmacists say a shortage of liquid antibiotics is critical.

  Health

  Dec 14, 2022
  
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• Canadian Pediatric Society outlines steps to conserve ‘vital supply’ amid drug shortages

  The Canadian Paediatric Society has outlined some guidelines to help healthcare providers ensure that children have access to necessary medications.

  Health

  Dec 3, 2022
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• Experts urge national pharmaceutical security strategy amid drug shortage concerns

  In an analysis published by the Canadian Medical Association Journal, health-care professionals wrote that pharmaceutical security should become “a national priority.”

  Health

  Aug 24, 2022
• Southern Alberta pharmacies experiencing medication shortages: ‘We’re in a scramble’

  Since the McKesson Canada delivery problems began, several pharmacists say they've had issues filling prescriptions — including some that patients can't afford to miss.

  Health

  Jan 13, 2022
• Canada blocks key prescription drugs exports after Trump import plan risks shortages

  Canada on Saturday blocked bulk exports of prescription drugs in response to Trump's efforts to allow imports from Canada to lower some drug prices for Americans.

  Canada

  Nov 28, 2020
• How the coronavirus is contributing to Canadian drug shortages

  Manufacturers reported 221 new shortages in April 2020, compared to 148 in March, 59 in February and 104 in January.

  Commentary

  May 18, 2020
• Coronavirus: Canadians warned not to stockpile medicine beyond 30-day supply

  Canadian pharmacists are facing demands from consumers for large supplies of prescription medication.

  Health

  Mar 18, 2020
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• COVID-19 hasn’t affected Canada’s drug supply yet, but experts are watching

  The novel coronavirus outbreak in China hasn't affected drug supplies in Canada yet, but experts warn it could happen.

  Health

  Feb 19, 2020
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• Pharmacies reporting shortages of other heartburn medications after Zantac recall

  Canadian pharmacies are reporting shortages of a popular heartburn medication sold under the brand name Pepcid.

  Health

  Jan 15, 2020