Resolution: Supply has improved and NH pharmacy has been able to access sufficient stock of EPINEPHrine 1 mg/10 mL pre-filled syringes (PFS) for wardstock areas and crash kits.
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Drug:Salbutamol nebules (all formats) – 2.5 mg/2.5mL and 5 mg/2.5mL
Classification:β2-agonist bronchodilator
Indication:Treatment of bronchospasm
Starting January 1, 2025, the University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) will launch the Primary Care Inpatient Service (PCIS) to provide care for unassigned, unattached, and out-of-town patients.
The issue: Hydroxocobalamin 5g vials (Cyanokits®) are on shortage and although there is stock available across the region currently, it is difficult to obtain replacements if a kit is used.
Clinical use: Antidote; cyanide poisoning
Health care provider shifts available at Urgent and Primary Care Centre - Prince George
Update:
The issue: Due to supply constraints and a batch expiry, availability of alteplase 100 mg vials will be limited from Hoffman la-Roche until at least February 2025. NH sites currently have stock on hand, but resupply quantities are unclear for the coming months.
Upcoming Provincial Violence Prevention Classroom training sessions (in person) available for Physicians/Medical Staff in the Northwest.
Smithers – December 5Hudson Bay Lodge, 5 pm to 8:30 pm