The issue: Due to current shortages of ketamine 2 mL vials (both 10 mg/mL and 50 mg/mL) and uncertainty around future supply of larger vials (10 mg/mL X 20 mL and 50 mg/mL X 10 mL), conservation measures should be implemented to prevent future stock outs.
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Starting January 31, 2023, adults 18 and older in BC will not be subject to criminal charges for the possession of a cumulative total of up to 2.5 grams of certain otherwise-illegal drugs for personal use: opioids, including fentanyl and heroin; crack and powder cocaine; methamphetamine; and MDMA
The issue: Several pediatric oral antibiotic suspensions are on shortage in Canada and NH sites may stock out of some products before anticipated resupply dates.
The issue: NH pharmacy is adding amoxicillin/clavulanate 7:1 concentration oral suspension to inventory for indications that require high amoxicillin dosing while staying under the maximum daily clavulanate dose (12.5 mg/kg/day).
The issue: pre-mixed morphine sulfate 2 mg/mL X 100 mL IV bags from Baxter CIVA are on long term backorder.
Northern Health would like to invite eligible Physicians to indicate their interest in the 0.4 FTE Indigenous Health Lead position.
From the Illicit Drug Toxicity Deaths in BC (January 1, 2012 - September 30, 2022) report.
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