Peginterferon alfa2a - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
PEGASYS peginterferon alfa-2a 135 micrograms/0.5mL injection pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 91836
Active ingredients:
Peginterferon alfa2a

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Echo Therapeutics Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300848328

From
01 Mar 2025
to
01 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. This medicine can be accessed through the Pegasys Home Delivery Program. For information on this program, go to https://www.echotherapeutics.com.au/echocarepegasyspatient

PEGASYS peginterferon alfa-2a 180 micrograms/0.5mL injection pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 91837
Active ingredients:
Peginterferon alfa2a

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Echo Therapeutics Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300848328

From
01 Mar 2025
to
01 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. This medicine can be accessed through the Pegasys Home Delivery Program. For information on this program, go to https://www.echotherapeutics.com.au/echocarepegasyspatient