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Data sourced from official DHSC & NHS England publications · Editorial Policy · About MediWatch UK
Compare how you find out about medicine shortages today
| MediWatch | Check NHS manually | Do nothing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Find out about shortages | ✅ Instant alerts | ⚠️ Check 3+ websites daily | ❌ Only when pharmacy tells you |
| Know before it affects you | ✅ Days to weeks early | ⚠️ If you check regularly | ❌ Usually too late |
| Track YOUR medications | ✅ Personalised only | ❌ Generic lists, no filtering | ❌ No tracking at all |
| Get alternatives suggested | ✅ Included in every alert | ❌ Not provided | ❌ Not provided |
| Severity & timeline info | ✅ Rated + dated | ❌ Scattered across sources | ❌ None |
| Cost | ✅ Free | ⚠️ Free but time-consuming | ❌ Missed doses cost more |
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