Mecasermin - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
INCRELEX mecasermin 10 mg/mL solution for injection vial
AUST R: 308494
Active ingredients:
Mecasermin

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Ipsen Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 317 033

From
23 Sep 2025
to
31 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite next shipment and is closely controlling the supply.