Introduction
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A Guide to Managing Medicines Supply and Shortages outlines the national, regional, and local management and communication routes for medicines supply issues to ensure continuity of supply and ensure that patients receive the treatment and medication required.
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NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) regularly updates its Serious Shortage Protocols (SSP) page.
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Specialist Pharmacy Service (SPS) have created the Medicines Supply Tool, which contains the latest information on supply issues and further guidance. A username and password is required.
For further details to support health professionals and clinical teams in North West London, local prescribing guidance has been developed in partnership with our clinical experts.
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Shortage of methylphenidate prolonged-release capsules and tablets, lisdexamfetamine capsules, and guanfacine prolonged-release tablets |