buprenorphine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
TEMGESIC buprenorphine 300microgram/1mL (as hydrochloride) injection ampoule
AUST R: 15394
Active ingredients:
buprenorphine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Echo Therapeutics Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300 848 328

From
16 Aug 2021
to
30 Apr 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Other strengths are available.