Correio da Manhã and Observador report supply difficulties affecting medications for glaucoma and ocular hypertension, with authorities allowing temporary substitution of package types in already issued prescriptions. Pharmacies and prescribers may swap equivalent presentations to keep patients supplied while shortages persist, according to the coverage. Patients who use these eye medicines should check with their pharmacy or GP about substitutions and ensure they keep follow-up appointments for monitoring. Those with glaucoma or ocular hypertension should confirm continuity plans with their clinic or pharmacist.

Update: Two glaucoma medicines reported affected

Observador says two specific medicines for glaucoma and ocular hypertension are facing supply problems; pharmacies continue to rely on permitted substitutions of equivalent presentations to avoid treatment gaps while shortages continue.