The European regulatory body has recently introduced a series of recommendations aimed at bolstering the supply chains of essential medicines identified as vulnerable. This initiative seeks to enhance the availability of critical pharmaceuticals and address potential supply chain risks.
The regulatory group responsible for monitoring medicine shortages has developed these recommendations under a specific EU regulation. Their mandate includes ensuring effective responses to medical shortages, crisis management, and coordinated urgent action. The new guidelines, referenced in document EMA/44164/2024, focus on several key strategies: increasing manufacturing capacity, diversifying supply chains, prompting action from national health authorities, adjusting EU joint procurement mechanisms, and incentivizing investment in the sector.
These recommendations are aligned with the EU’s list of critical medicines that are vital to healthcare operations across the Union. They highlight the importance of stockpiling specific medications to preempt shortages and mitigate supply chain disruptions.
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