Key Medicine Shortages – March 2022
Monthly Update
Levomepromazine 25mg/1ml solution for injection
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Levomepromazine (Nozinan®) 25mg/1ml solution for injection is out of stock until week commencing 7th March 2022
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Levomepromazine (Wockhardt) 25mg/1ml solution for injection is out of stock with a resupply date to be confirmed
Please refer to the Department of Health & Social Care Medicine Supply Notification on StaffNet for further information on actions required by primary and secondary care, clinical advice, and information on alternative agents.
Why do medicine shortages occur?
Medicine shortages occur for a variety of reasons, including difficulties sourcing raw materials, product recalls for safety reasons, changes to licence holder, and changes to pack sizes.
It is vitally important that medicine shortages are monitored and appropriate actions taken, to minimise impact on patient care.
Where can I find further advice and information on medicine supply problems and shortages?
For the most up-to-date advice and information please refer to Current Medicine Supply Problems and Shortages page on StaffNet.
Published 28/02/2022. Medicines Update blogs are correct at the time of publication.