'It is something that is extremely concerning for us.' Ireland’s drug shortage is “definitely not just a winter problem”. BKNT BreakfastBriefing
She said patient’s lives are undoubtedly being impacted by the shortages.“It takes people time to get the right medication that suits them and keeps their seizures under control.
“Anyone working in community pharmacist is very cognisant that this is not a winter issue,” she said.“That is something that is extremely concerning for us because it seems to be an all-year-round problem. It is definitely not just a winter problem. She is calling on the Government to put in place a new purchasing strategy that ensures Ireland is not overlooked by pharmaceutical companies when they are selling medicines.
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