povidoneiodine - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
POVIDONE-IODINE SOLUTION 10%w/v cutaneous solution ampoule
AUST R: 12643
Active ingredients:
povidoneiodine

Dosage form:
Application

Sponsor:
Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
0893620666

From
27 May 2022
to
31 Mar 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

HALF STRENGTH POVIDONE-IODINE SOLUTION 5%w/v cutaneous solution bottle
AUST R: 11375
Active ingredients:
povidoneiodine

Dosage form:
Application

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

Deletion from market:
01 Jun 2023

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability