alprostadil - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
CAVERJECT IMPULSE alprostadil 10microgram powder for injection with 0.5mL diluent dual chamber cartridge in single use syringe device
AUST R: 90196
Active ingredients:
alprostadil

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800675229

From
11 Mar 2024
to
15 Nov 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

CAVERJECT IMPULSE alprostadil 20microgram powder for injection with 0.5mL diluent dual chamber cartridge in single use syringe device
AUST R: 90197
Active ingredients:
alprostadil

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 675 229

From
06 Nov 2023
to
31 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.