Heart medication shortages are potentially life-threatening. Multiple cardiac drugs including amiodarone and isosorbide mononitrate have faced UK supply issues.
Current Active Shortages (0)
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What to Do If Affected
- Never stop heart medication without medical advice
- Contact your cardiologist or GP immediately if supply runs out
- Ask your pharmacist about alternative brands
- Keep a list of all your heart medications on you
- Call 999 if you experience chest pain
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Reviewed for source alignment: 7 June 2026 · Clinical reviewer: pending · Report an accuracy issue
Data sources: DHSC Medicine Supply Notifications · NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols · NHS England
MediWatch is not medical advice. Always follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist, GP, specialist, NHS 111, or emergency services if you are unsure or unwell. Data checked daily.
Data sources: DHSC Medicine Supply Notifications · NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols · NHS England
MediWatch is not medical advice. Always follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist, GP, specialist, NHS 111, or emergency services if you are unsure or unwell. Data checked daily.