Pegvisomant - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
SOMAVERT pegvisomant (rbe) 20mg powder for injection vial and diluent in pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 286630
Active ingredients:
Pegvisomant

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 675 229

From
27 Jul 2026
to
03 Aug 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Other strengths are available

SOMAVERT pegvisomant (rbe) 10mg powder for injection vial and diluent in pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 286628
Active ingredients:
Pegvisomant

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800675229

From
25 Feb 2026
to
10 Apr 2026

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing