Tag: Drug backorder

In 2022, an estimated 9.3 million adults in the U.S. needed treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), yet only a fraction received it [1.8.2]. This makes the current supply crisis critical, leading patients and providers to ask: **why is buprenorphine on backorder?** [1.2.2, 1.8.2]

The number of drug shortages in the U.S. is at its highest since 2001, affecting numerous critical medications. The ongoing triamcinolone backorder is a prime example of this widespread issue, with various manufacturers facing challenges that disrupt the supply chain and impact patient care.