Cancer medicine shortage hits country’s largest cancer hospital
▸ Part of: BP Koirala Cancer Hospital Faces Severe Shortage of Chemotherapy Drugs
BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital in Chitwan is experiencing a severe shortage of essential chemotherapy drugs like Carboplatin and Cisplatin due to global supply disruptions. Dr. Guru Sharan Sah stated this is affecting treatment plans and could reduce chemotherapy effectiveness. The crisis stems from a worldwide shortage of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Hospital authorities have informed the Ministry of Health and Population and are seeking international assistance, while also warning of health risks from unofficial drug channels.
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