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Maintaining buffer stock
Learning ObjectivesMaintaining buffer stock
Buffer stock refers to a reserve that is used in unforeseen emergencies. It is also known as strategic stock or safety stock. This mandates close monitoring of drug stocks and maintaining buffer stock at all levels following the stocking norms to ensure an uninterrupted supply of drugs.
Importance of Maintaining Buffer Stock
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To cover for delays/ disruptions (if any) in the supply chain.
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To manage instances where more patients are initiated on treatment than the actual expected patients in a particular month.
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To ensure that no patient is sent back due to a shortage of drugs at any point in time.
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For smooth functioning of the programme on a national level.
Buffer stock to be maintained at different levels under NTEP
| For adult drugs ( 3-3-2-2) | State Drug Store | District Drug Store | Tuberculosis Unit | Peripheral Health Institution | |
| 3 months | 3 months | 2 months | 1 month | ||
| For paediatric drugs (3-3-4) | 3 months | 3 months | 4 months | Not stocked at PHI level |
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At the state level, it is essential to maintain buffer stocks equivalent to how many months? |
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At the state level, buffer stocks equivalent to 3 months at SDS should be maintained. |
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