Alteplase - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ACTILYSE alteplase (rch) 10mg powder for injection vial with water for injections 10mL vial
AUST R: 64240
Active ingredients:
Alteplase

Dosage form:
Diluent, not applicable

Sponsor:
Boehringer Ingelheim Pty Ltd

Phone:
02 8875 8800

From
12 Jan 2023
to
30 Aug 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

ACTILYSE alteplase (rch) 50 mg powder for injection vial with diluent vial
AUST R: 17905
Active ingredients:
Alteplase

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Boehringer Ingelheim Pty Ltd

Phone:
02 8875 8800

From
12 Jan 2023
to
30 Aug 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand