dexmedetomidine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information
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DEXMEDETOMIDINE ACCORD dexmedetomidine (as hydrochloride) 200 micrograms/2 mL injection vial AUST R: 307241Active ingredients:
dexmedetomidine hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated
Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800 222 673
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From
30 Apr 2025
to
31 Jul 2025
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Limited Availability
Reason:
Manufacturing
Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.The sponsor is working to expedite next shipment.
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DEXMEDETOMIDINE VIATRIS dexmedetomidine (as hydrochloride) 200 microgram/2 mL concentrated injection vial AUST R: 271410Active ingredients:
dexmedetomidine hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated
Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800274276
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From
05 Mar 2025
to
04 Jun 2025
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Shortage status:
Resolved
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Manufacturing
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DEXMEDETOMIDINE SANDOZ dexmedetomidine (as hydrochloride) 200 microgram/2 mL concentrated injection vial AUST R: 288791Active ingredients:
dexmedetomidine hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, intravenous infusion
Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800726369
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Deletion from market:
06 Jun 2025
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Shortage status:
Discontinued
Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted
Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
Management action:
Alternative brands are available.
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