desflurane - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DESFLURANE SANDOZ desflurane 1 mL/mL inhalation bottle
AUST R: 286615
Active ingredients:
desflurane

Dosage form:
Inhalation

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 726 369

Deletion from market:
30 Nov 2023

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative brand available