November 20, 2014: Drug Shortage Safety and Tenecteplase (TNKase®)
ISMP Canada has developed a Drug Shortage Safety Knowledge Exchange site to assist healthcare practitioners and organizations to prepare for and manage select medication shortages.Various factors and circumstances have the potential to increase the risk of harmful medication incidents during drug shortages. Of particular concern are drug shortages that affect high alert drugs. By supporting proactive preparation for drug shortages, and aligning with national initiatives, we aim to mitigate risks associated with drug shortages and reduce the potential for medication errors. Read more...
