The restrictions, which will apply to the flu vaccines
being used in the UK this winter, will stop the
exporting of medicines placed on the market to be used
in the UK, which could cause future supply issues.
There is sufficient national supply of flu vaccine,
with deliveries to providers continuing over the coming
months.
The Department of Health and Social Care has taken this
action in response to high demand for the flu vaccine
from other countries to mitigate against the risk of
these products being exported.
Secretary of State of Health and Social Care, said:
We will always act to ensure that the medicines and
vaccines destined for UK patients are protected and
get to those who need them.
This action will protect our supply of flu
vaccinations, as part of our plans to give 30 million
the flu vaccine ahead of this unprecedented winter.
The NHS flu vaccination programme is well underway
and it’s vital that if you are eligible for a free
NHS flu vaccine you get one from your GP or pharmacy.
Alongside the flu vaccines, further updates have been
made to the existing list of
medicines restricted for export and hoarding,
including the removal of some products.
Companies that export a medicine that is on the export
restrictions list may face regulatory action from the
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
(MHRA).
