Icelandic Medicines Agency
API for medicine shortage notifications
Reporting medicine shortages through an API
The Icelandic Medicines Agency (IMA) offers an application programming interface (API service) that enables companies to submit medicine shortage notifications and retrieve information electronically. The service is intended to make the process more efficient and reduce communication difficulties. It also allows direct communication with IMA representatives. The API service is free of charge and is an optional addition to the standard method of submitting notifications using an application form on IMA’s website.
In addition to medicine shortage reporting, the API service provides further endpoints relating to various aspects of medicinal product registration and supervision. Companies choosing to use the API service can integrate their own systems with IMA’s databases, automate processes and facilitate the secure and efficient exchange of information.
How can companies access the API service?
To access the API service, companies must register separately and obtain login details from IMA. Registration involves completing a form with the necessary information about the company and its contacts. Once the registration has been received, IMA will provide access to the API service.
Companies wishing to use the API service can complete a form to apply for access to IMA’s web service.
Please note that using this service requires technical implementation by the company, as its systems must be able to send data in accordance with the API specification. This service is an option for companies wishing to improve the efficiency of their communications with IMA.