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GENOTROPIN 5mg GOQUICK somatropin (rbe) powder for injection with preserved diluent pre-filled pen AUST R: 166829Active ingredients:
Somatropin
Dosage form:
Injection, powder for
Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800675229
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From
01 Feb 2026
to
20 Mar 2026
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
Management action:
Alternative presentations are available.
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GENOTROPIN 12mg GOQUICK somatropin (rbe) powder for injection with preserved diluent pre-filled pen AUST R: 166831Active ingredients:
Somatropin
Dosage form:
Injection, powder for
Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800675229
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From
28 Oct 2025
to
15 Dec 2025
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Shortage status:
Resolved
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
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