The issue: Hydralazine 20 mg/mL x 1 mL injectable is a single source item from Sterimax who has indicated the drug is in short supply with intermittent availability.
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The Issue: Due to the shortage of medroxyprogesterone acetate 150 mg/mL injectable suspension (vials) in Canada, Health Canada has approved the importation of US-labelled pre-filled syringes from Pfizer in order to prevent supply gaps until Canadian product is available again (li
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The Change: Due to provincial changes in hazardous drug handling, NH is changing to methotrexate PFS formats for ectopic pregnancy treatment. This change enables staff to provide a ready-to-administer dose of methotrexate.
Resolution: Availability of famotidine 10 mg/mL X 2 mL injectable has stabilized and NH pharmacy has adequate stock to support usual usage across the health region.