A recent survey conducted by the São Paulo Regional Pharmacy Council (CRF-SP) from July 19-30 showed that 98% of participating pharmacists continue to confirm their lack of medication. antibiotics, mucolytics, antihistamines and analgesics in public and private pharmacies in the state.

Pharmacists drew attention to the main active ingredients that are not on the shelves. some important antimicrobialssuch as amoxicillin, azithromycin, cephalexin and ciprofloxacin. Among mucolytics, the following are missing: acetylcysteine, bromhexine, carbocysteine ​​and ambroxol; among the antihistamines, dexchlorpheniramine, loratadine, cetirizine and diphenhydramine; and the analgesics dipyrone, ibuprofen, paracetamol and acetylsalicylic acid disappeared.

According to the regulatory council, the biggest concern among pharmacists interviewed was the lack of liquid formulations, because most pediatric medications are made in this formatIt is easier to apply to children.

What is the alternative for drugs not found?

In addition, according to the research, 76.48% of pharmacists suggested to physicians to replace prescription drugs with another active substance as an alternative to chronic drug shortage, but with a similar action. Replacement with replaceable generics or similar is also recommended by 64.14% of professionals.

In the specific case of the active ingredient, there were also recommendations for substitution. by another drug of the same principle, but with another pharmaceutical form. Finally, the use of manipulation in the pharmacy remains in cases where the drug is prescribed by the active ingredient.

Asked by Agência Brasil, the São Paulo State Health Department stated that the drugs described in the CRF-SP report are considered primary care and therefore it is the responsibility of the municipality for purchase and distribution. When contacted, neither the Ministry of Health nor the São Paulo Municipal Health Department spoke.

Source: Tec Mundo

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