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Bridgewest CHLORHEXIDINE 0.1% irrigation solution ampoule AUST R: 11175Active ingredients:
chlorhexidine gluconate
Dosage form:
Solution, irrigation
Sponsor:
Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800161156
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From
01 Jun 2024
to
31 Jul 2024
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Manufacturing
Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. An alternative product is available.
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Bridgewest CHLORHEXIDINE 0.05% CETRIMIDE 0.5% irrigation solution ampoule AUST R: 57011Active ingredients:
cetrimide
chlorhexidine gluconate
Dosage form:
Solution, irrigation
Sponsor:
Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800 161 156
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From
06 Oct 2023
to
02 Feb 2024
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Shortage status:
Resolved
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
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CHLORHEXIDINE 0.5% IN ALCOHOL 70% SOLUTION bottle AUST R: 11339Active ingredients:
chlorhexidine gluconate
ethanol
Dosage form:
Application
Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800-675-229
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Deletion from market:
01 May 2023
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Shortage status:
Discontinued
Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted
Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
Management action:
Alternative products available
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