barium sulfate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
E-Z-HD BARIUM SULFATE POWDER FOR ORAL SUSPENSION
AUST R: 205168
Active ingredients:
barium sulfate

Dosage form:
Suspension, powder for

Sponsor:
Bracco Pty Ltd

Phone:
+61413758194

From
01 Oct 2013
to
30 Jul 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Emergency Supply Only

Reason:

Management action:
An overseas-registered product has been approved for supply under Section 19A. See the website and search for the active ingredient: www.tga.gov.au/resources/section-19a-approvals