articaine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
4% Articadent DENTAL with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:100,000 articaine hydrochloride and adrenaline (epinephrine) 2.2 mL injection cartridge
AUST R: 231745
Active ingredients:
adrenaline (epinephrine) acid tartrate
articaine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Dentsply Sirona Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300552929

From
22 Aug 2025
to
30 Sep 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply.