The problem is being exacerbated by GPs allowing individuals to stockpile by giving them massive prescriptions. Even before the shortage I was never allowed more than 3 boxes of Estradot at a time and have not been able to get a single box since about April last year, whereas a friend of mine was given a year's supply.
Yes absolutely - part of this is an artificial shortage! I mean if there was only just enough to keep up with normal demand then of course it is going to lead to shortages if women are given 6 months or more. I am horrified at the thought of anyone being given a year's supply or even 6 months
. GPs should really not be permitted to do this unless under exceptional circumstances! In our practice I was generously allowed to have 2 month's worth ( instead of the 1 month even though my prescription is for 3 months) - and I was grateful for this. In the past with Estradot (and nothing to do with the current shortages - I'm talking about before that) - I have been given 1 month at a time and often been down to the last week - but always managed to get supplies (and I don't live in a town so have to make a journey....).
As well as the govt giving an edict to pharm wholesalers to stop re-selling of HRT they should also have said no more than 3 months per woman to GPs
. No wonder I can't get hold of any!
Clio, hot mama - lucky you! Joaniepat - you hit the jackpot
Hurdity x
