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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Storm Newton

Warning as major shortage of painkiller used by millions could last until summer

UK pharmacies are facing a warning over a shortage of co-codamol tablets - (Getty Images)

UK pharmacies are currently facing a significant shortage of certain strengths of the painkiller co-codamol, a disruption that could extend until at least the end of June.

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA), which represents approximately 6,000 independent community pharmacies, has highlighted widespread difficulties in obtaining 30mg and 500mg tablets, leading to a knock-on effect on other dosages.

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