Latest figures from the Health Products Regulatory Authority show there are almost 250 medicines currently out of stock in Ireland.
Of the 248 medicines currently unavailable, 13 are listed on the World Medical Organisation’s (WHO) ‘critical medicines’ list.
It says that shortages can be challenging for those who rely on medicines for their health and well-being.
The HPRA says that for many medicines supplied in Ireland, there is more than one strength, form, pack size or brand available from different suppliers.
It said that a doctor or pharmacist will often be able to supply an alternative strength, form or product to ensure continuity of treatment if the medicine a person has been taking is unavailable.
In a statement, Azure Pharmaceuticals, one of the drug firms tracking medicine shortages, said that there has been a 48% year-on-year increase.
It said that the latest shortages analysis indicates a major scarcity of commonly used tablets to treat anxiety and insomnia, including generic versions of the medicines.
It added that other medicines in short supply across multiple suppliers include several high blood pressure medicines and that many antibiotics and over-the-counter cough and cold medicines are still under pressure.
Almost 250 medicines out of stock in Ireland
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