Emergency supply of kids’ meds is coming amid national shortage – The Canadian Press (CBC News) / Nov 11, 2022
Months-long shortage has sent many parents and caregivers scouring shelves
Emergency supplies of pain and fever medication are expected to arrive soon at hospitals overwhelmed by respiratory illnesses but observers say more can be done to guard against future drug shortages.
Health Canada says special imports of ibuprofen from the United States are awaiting distribution, while acetaminophen imports from Australia are imminent.
The agency did not disclose how much was expected or how stock will be split among hospitals, but promised “fair distribution of supply across Canada.”
“Importation of ibuprofen has occurred, and distribution to hospitals is expected to begin soon,” Health Canada said Wednesday in an emailed statement.
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