Shortage

[Bazzer65]

Hi

I have seen some comments on here about the shortage of Monopost and wondered if this was still the case for some as I have been told by a few pharmacists that this is still the case! I am allergic to drops that contain preservatives and now being told that there isn’t an alternative!! I’m panicking slightly now as I have only got 5 days with of drops left .. can anyone advise if they know of an alternative.. thanks 🙏

[Tenorbell60]

I’ve had the same situation and was worried about changing to a drop including preservative . My local pharmacist finally had Monopost again last Friday , when I had just 3 doses left , so I hope the same happens for you .

[Bazzer65 in reply to Tenorbell60]

Thank you for replying 👍

[PBX142]

You need to contact your glaucoma consultant who will prescribe a suitable alternative. I sent an email to mine via her PA who prescribed Lumigan PF and I took the email to my GP so the prescription could be signed off and handed over.

[Bazzer65 in reply to PBX142]

Thank you I will speak with my GP 👍

[PBX142 in reply to Bazzer65]

You'll need to speak to your glaucoma consultant first though...?

[SB1957]

My pharmacy is still unable to source Monoprost. I have been provided with Saflutan via my GP, which is preservative free and was suggested by my local eye hospital in the South West. Hope that helps.

[Bazzer65 in reply to SB1957]

Thank you for this I am waiting for my GP to prescribe so I will mention that brand 👍👍

[Milesofsmiles]

I got Monopost a week ago (I'm near London) so supplies hopefully are coming through. All the best in getting some, or finding a suitable alternative.

[Karjade]

I am with Boots and I got my Monopost last week. There seems no problem now with it in my area. Hope you get yours.

[Bazzer65]

Thank you for replying I managed to get some in Nottingham so all good 👍