Shortage Resources

Managing Drug Shortages

Interruptions in supply can present clinical and administrative challenges. ASHP has gathered guidance, tools, and background information to help pharmacists maintain effective patient care.

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Drug Shortages Statistics

National drug shortages statistics and their interpretation

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Guidelines and Tools

Best practices, guidelines and tools related to drug shortages

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Publications

Publications on pharmacy practice, policy and analysis, and surveys and statistics

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ASHP Drug Shortages Roundtable Report

ASHP Drug Shortages Roundtable: Minimizing Impact on Patient Care

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Injectable Opioid Shortage FAQ

Suggestions for management and conservation of injectable opioids during shortages of fentanyl, morphine, and hydromorphone

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Injectable Opioid Survey Report

Report from the April 2018 ASHP survey on drug shortages, particularly injectable opioid shortages

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Sterile Water for Injection Shortage FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions about the shortage of sterile water for injection vials and its management

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AHFS 2021

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