The American Society of Anesthesiologists was among 32 medical organizations asking Congress to move forward with legislation addressing the nationwide drug shortage.
The ASA urged Congress to introduce legislation that includes developing an early warning system for disruptions in drug production; requiring manufacturers to have contingency plans for raw materials suppliers; requiring collaboration between the FDA and Drug Enforcement Agency in establishing flexibility for product development and raw material quotas; and establishing incentives for manufacturers.
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The ASA urged Congress to introduce legislation that includes developing an early warning system for disruptions in drug production; requiring manufacturers to have contingency plans for raw materials suppliers; requiring collaboration between the FDA and Drug Enforcement Agency in establishing flexibility for product development and raw material quotas; and establishing incentives for manufacturers.
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