aciclovir - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ACICLOVIR SANDOZ aciclovir 200mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 99420
Active ingredients:
aciclovir

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 726 369

From
26 May 2023
to
18 Aug 2023

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing
DBL Aciclovir 250mg/10mL Intravenous infusion injection vial
AUST R: 56809
Active ingredients:
aciclovir

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
22 Aug 2023
to
03 May 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. Alternative brand available.
DBL Aciclovir 500mg/20mL Intravenous infusion injection vial
AUST R: 56810
Active ingredients:
aciclovir

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
28 Jul 2023
to
12 Apr 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply

Management action:
Alternative brands and strengths available.