Concepción: 'Medications are missing,' according to IPS insured

Patients at the Institute of Social Provision (IPS) hospital in Concepción, Paraguay, are facing a critical shortage of medications, particularly for chronic conditions. The lack of essential drugs has left many individuals unable to access their prescribed treatments, causing significant distress.

Silvia Giménez, an insured patient, expressed her frustration after visiting the IPS pharmacy. She reported that none of the four medications she requires were available. This is not an isolated incident, as she experienced a similar situation the previous month. Giménez is prescribed Pregabalin, Citidin, and Contradol, among other drugs, and was told to return on September 7th for her medication.

Julio Benigno González, a retiree, shared his own difficulties, stating that he was only able to obtain one of the four medications he needed. The remaining drugs, including Telmisartan, Amlodipine, and Divalproex, were unavailable, forcing him to purchase them at his own expense. This situation highlights the financial burden placed on patients who rely on the IPS for their healthcare.

The article notes that many insured individuals visited the Concepción IPS pharmacy on Monday but were unable to collect their medications. This widespread shortage raises serious concerns about the accessibility and adequacy of healthcare services provided by the IPS in the region.

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No me dieron Telmisartán, Amlodipina y Divalproato. Ahora tengo que comprar todos esos.