HMA/EMA medicines shortages guidance released

摘要

Earlier this month, the Heads of Medicines Agencies (HMA)/European Medicines Agency (EMA) task force on the availability of medicines for human and veterinary use released two guidance documents that seek to improve reporting and communication around medicines shortages. Both the ‘Guidance on detection and notification of shortages of medicinal products for Marketing Authorisation Holders in the Union’ and the ‘Good practice guidance for communication to the public on medicines’ availability issues’ lay the foundations for an improved and harmonised EU approach in reporting of and communication on medicines’ shortages and availability issues, a key public health priority for the EU network.