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Bridgewest CHLORHEXIDINE 0.05% CETRIMIDE 0.5% irrigation solution ampoule AUST R: 57011Active ingredients:
cetrimide
chlorhexidine gluconate
Dosage form: Solution, irrigation
Sponsor: Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800 161 156
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From 06 Oct 2023 to 02 Feb 2024
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Shortage status: Resolved
Availability: Available
Reason: Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
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CHLORHEXIDINE 0.5% IN ALCOHOL 70% SOLUTION bottle AUST R: 11339Active ingredients:
chlorhexidine gluconate
ethanol
Dosage form: Application
Sponsor: Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800-675-229
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Deletion from market:
01 May 2023
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Shortage status: Discontinued
Availability: Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted
Reason: Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
Management action: Alternative products available
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