Pharmacists' approach to oncology medicine shortages: results of a cross-sectional survey in Pakistan.

Sundus ShukarMuhammad Hassaan ShahidJinwei ZhangShayan Muhammad DinFaiz Ullah Khan Ali Hassan Gillani Caijun Yang

Published in: BMJ open (2023)

Pakistan's healthcare system is affected by oncology medicine shortages. The government should establish a cancer registry and drug shortage platform, revise drug prescribing/pricing policies and practice penalties for breaching regulations. Oncology medicines must be widely available to avoid the grey market.

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