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Management of drug shortages induced by COVID-19 pandemic

Sumaira Omer

COVID-19 pandemic has led to a devastating situation globally. To defeat COVID-19 pandemic,continuous supply of medicine is required to safeguard the health of society. However, in Pakistan itseems that drug shortage has soared in COVID-19 pandemic as importation of raw material is currentlysuspended. This article offers insight on potential drivers for drug shortages in the bay of COVID-19outbreak in Pakistan and suggests recommendations for its efficient management.