Supply Issues MedScience Distribution Ltd Single Use Virgin Plastic Medicine Pot 60ml FBF85168 (ICN 3469)

Change:

• The supplier MedScience Distribution Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its single use virgin plastic medicine pot.
• There is one product code affected:
  • FBF85168 – Single Use Virgin Plastic Medicine Pot 60ml.
• The supply issue is due to shipping delays.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• FBF85168 is still available to order through NHS Supply Chain. However, trusts are allocated a maximum daily quantity or “threshold” to ensure fair supply of available stock across the NHS.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FBF85140 – Single Use Recycled Plastic Medicine Pot Graduated 60ml
  • FBF85167 – Single Use Virgin Plastic Medicine Pot 30ml
  • FBF85155 – Single Use Virgin Plastic Medicine Pot graduated 30ml.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 31 October 2026.

Next Steps:               

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier, and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products, we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.