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PRIMAXIN imipenem 500mg and cilastatin 500mg (as sodium) powder for injection vial AUST R: 10509Active ingredients:
cilastatin
imipenem
Dosage form:
Injection, powder for
Sponsor:
Merck Sharp & Dohme (Australia) Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800818553
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Deletion from market:
29 Feb 2024
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Shortage status:
Discontinued
Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted
Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
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