Certain drugs running low, alternatives available


GEORGE TOWN: Although the supply of certain crucial drugs has been running low, especially in private healthcare facilities, alternative medications are still available.

Dr Sritharan Rao Subbarao, who runs a private clinic in Kedah, said there is a shortage of crucial medication such as the paracetamol brand Panadol, antibiotics and cough syrup, but stock is gradually coming in.

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