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Nine serious shortage protocols for widely prescribed antipsychotic

SSPs implemented amid ongoing supply disruption to Quetiapine tablets.

18 Jul 2024 , 2 Min Article

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SSP issued for Estraderm MX 25mcg and 100mcg patches

The PSNC said there was “a significant ongoing disruption” to their supply

09 Sep 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Government issues shortage protocol for paracetamol suppositories

Pharmacists may substitute a slightly higher strength product using the SSP.

25 Jan 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Serious shortage protocol issued for Lipitor chewable tablets

The DHSC has issued a serious shortage protocol for Lipitor 20mg chewable tablets.

18 Nov 2021 , 1 Min Article

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