Question 15534 — pharmacy and medications

Summary

Mr. Frédéric Barbier draws the attention of the Minister of Solidarity and Health to disruptions in the supply of medicines sometimes leading to shortages in France. Indeed, in 2017, the National Medicines Safety Agency (ANSM) received 530 reports of shortages. A number up 30% compared to 2016 and which, since 2008, has increased tenfold. Hundreds of French patients no longer have access to their treatment because pharmacies, like hospitals, are struggling to fill their cupboards. Despite the law of January 2016 which requires the implementation of a shortage management plan, it is clear that the supply of drugs of major therapeutic interest (MITM) is uncertain. While the demand for medicines increases globally and the quantities produced are limited, manufacturers sell their goods to the most expensive countries. offerors. Also, in order to respond to those concerned and guarantee access to their treatment for all patients, he asks what measures the Government could take to eliminate these shortages.

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