Many of the medicines currently listed as out of stock or in short supply do not have a generic alternative
Irish Pharmacy Union
Half of Irish adults say price of everyday medicines has increased over past year, according to Azure Pharmaceuticals
Irish Pharmacy Union says fees have not increased in 16 years and pharmacists are operating State schemes at a loss
Representative body calls for the appointment of a chief pharmaceutical officer as exists in other countries
Irish Pharmacy Union says serious shortage protocol under new legislation will ease pressure on doctors, pharmacists and patients
One source working in the pharmaceutical industry warned about the use of EMPs, stating there were two recalls in the sector in recent months for potential harm to patients
IPU says many pharmacies are losing income as drug payment thresholds drop
Rising labour costs thrown into sharp relief as waning interest in Covid vaccinations exposes finances of rural chemists
Irish Pharmacy Union says it’s ‘impossible’ for some professionals from outside EU to get visa for training here
As shortages bite, many beleaguered pharmacists are ringing GPs to request alternative antibiotics
Amid a GP shortage, many of those remaining are struggling to keep up with mammoth workloads
Problems with communication are exacerbating a difficult winter as supply chain issues mean a growing number of medicines are not available
‘Serious shortage protocol’ would allow alternative antibiotics to be dispensed without need to contact GPs
Full potential of this sector must be embraced as staffing and cost challenges mount
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