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<p>There have been no specific discussions.</p><p>The Department works with suppliers,
NHS England, the devolved administrations, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory
Agency and others operating in the supply chain to help prevent shortages and expedite
resupply where possible to ensure that any risks to patients are minimised.</p><p>The
Department is aware of a shortage of alfacalcidol one microgram capsules affecting
one of three suppliers due to manufacturing delays. We understand that this issue
is due to be resolved in November 2022. Two alternative suppliers hold stock of all
strengths of alfacalcidol capsules with no anticipated supply issues.</p>
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