Drug shortage fears trigger HRT export ban and scrip-switching powers for pharmacists The government has banned exports of HRT products and activated emergency prescription-switching powers for pharmacists amid rising concern over drug shortages. by Nick Bostock Sign in to continue Sign In Email address Password Stay signed in Trouble signing in? Reset password: Click here Need help? Email us Register FREE Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Register Now Take a 30-day trial Join MIMS now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Join GPOnline now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Sign Up Sign Up