Journal article
Factors associated with drug shortages in Canada: a retrospective cohort study
Abstract
BACKGROUND: To monitor the magnitude of the drug shortage problem in Canada, since 2017, Health Canada has required manufacturers to report drug shortages. This study aimed to identify the factors associated with drug shortages in Canada.
METHODS: We conducted a retrospective cohort study of all prescription drugs available on the market between Mar. 14, 2017, and Sept. 12, 2018, in Canada. All drugs of the same active ingredient, dosage form, …
Authors
Zhang W; Guh DP; Sun H; Lynd LD; Hollis A; Grootendorst P; Anis AH
Journal
CMAJ Open, Vol. 8, No. 3, pp. e535–e544
Publisher
Joule
Publication Date
July 2020
DOI
10.9778/cmajo.20200036
ISSN
2291-0026