Community pharmacies in England are crucial in ensuring patients have access to necessary medications. Medical Mojo sources its medications through a well-established supply chain involving pharmaceutical wholesalers, manufacturers, and direct agreements with suppliers.
We typically source medications from over eight suppliers but rely on wholesalers who buy drugs from manufacturers and distribute them to pharmacies nationwide. Our dispensing partner, Solent Pharmacy, often maintains contracts with multiple wholesalers to ensure a consistent supply of medications and to mitigate potential disruptions.
We prioritise sourcing from reliable and legitimate suppliers to ensure that the medications we provide are safe and effective. This involves rigorous vetting of suppliers, ensuring they comply with strict regulatory standards set by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). We only partner with licensed wholesalers and manufacturers who adhere to Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines.
These practices ensure that medications are stored, handled, and transported under conditions that preserve their quality and efficacy. Additionally, we regularly review supplier credentials, audit supply chains, and implement robust tracking systems to trace the origins of each product. This helps prevent the infiltration of counterfeit drugs and ensures that every medication dispensed is safe for patient use. Medical Mojo upholds its commitment to patient safety and trust by maintaining these high standards.
Despite efforts to source medications, medication shortages can occasionally occur. Several factors contribute to these shortages. Firstly, manufacturing issues, such as production delays or quality control problems, can lead to limited availability of certain medications. If a manufacturer faces challenges in obtaining raw materials or encounters technical difficulties during production, the supply of the finished product can be significantly delayed.
Secondly, global supply chain disruptions can also affect the availability of medications in England. Events such as natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, or transportation issues can delay the movement of drugs across borders, leading to shortages. For instance, if a critical ingredient is sourced from a country experiencing political instability, the supply chain can be disrupted.
Additionally, increased demand for specific medications, often due to seasonal illnesses or public health emergencies, can strain the supply chain. All pharmacies may face challenges in acquiring enough stock to meet the sudden surge in demand, leading to temporary shortages.
In conclusion, while Medical Mojo strives to provide uninterrupted access to medications, external factors such as manufacturing issues, global supply chain disruptions, and fluctuating demand can occasionally lead to shortages.
