SCCM Resource Library-Drug Shortage Alert: Web Resources (December 2022)

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The document is a Drug Shortage Alert providing resources and recommendations for dealing with drug shortages, particularly in critical care settings. It was last updated in September 2022. The alert is prepared by experts, and practitioners are advised to align their actions with internal policies and procedures.<br /><br />The alert includes a list of helpful websites categorized into two tables: Table 1 focuses on resource websites for drug shortages, and Table 2 lists websites of drug manufacturers, wholesalers, and other notable entities. <br /><br />Table 1 includes:<br />- The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) website which provides resources specifically for ICU drug shortages.<br />- The American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP) website, which offers comprehensive listings and management strategies for current drug shortages.<br />- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) site that lists drug shortages along with reasons, manufacturer contacts, and limited management information.<br />- The FDA Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research for biologic products, including vaccines.<br />- The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) site explaining why shortages happen and prevention tips.<br />- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for vaccine shortages and alternative recommendations.<br /><br />Table 2 includes:<br />- Links to several drug manufacturers like American Regent, Baxter, Fresenius Kabi, Pfizer, Viatris, and Sagent Pharmaceuticals for product info and updates.<br />- Drug wholesalers like Amerisource Bergen, Cardinal, and McKesson.<br />- Canadian resources like Canada Drug Shortage and the Canadian Drug Shortage Database for current shortages in Canada.<br />- Information about mobile applications like the FDA Drug Shortages app for on-the-go resources and reporting.<br /><br />The document was initially developed in January 2021 and revised in September 2022 by a team of pharmacists, doctors, and experts in the field of critical care medicine.

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Pharmacology, Crisis Management, 2022, 0:03:51

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Given that the status of a drug shortage can change rapidly, and that information can exist in multiple areas, the Society of Critical Care Medicine’s Drug Shortages Task Force has compiled a list of websites to serve as a resource to its members.

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