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naloxone hydrochloride dihydrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DBL NALOXONE HYDROCHLORIDE 400 microgram/1mL injection USP ampoule
AUST R: 16282
Active ingredients:
naloxone hydrochloride dihydrate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
11 May 2023
to
29 Sep 2023

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply.
Alternative generic products are available.
NYXOID naloxone hydrochloride dihydrate 2.2 mg/actuation nasal spray vial
AUST R: 309381
Active ingredients:
naloxone hydrochloride dihydrate

Dosage form:
Spray, nasal

Sponsor:
Mundipharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 188 009

From
01 Jun 2023
to
30 Sep 2023

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand