ciclesonide - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ALVESCO ciclesonide 160 micrograms per actuation aerosol can
AUST R: 93725
Active ingredients:
ciclesonide

Dosage form:
Inhalation, pressurised

Sponsor:
Chiesi Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
+613 9077 4486

Deletion from market:
30 Nov 2026

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Patients are advised to consult their health professional to discuss alternative treatment options.
ALVESCO ciclesonide 80 micrograms per actuation aerosol can
AUST R: 93724
Active ingredients:
ciclesonide

Dosage form:
Inhalation, pressurised

Sponsor:
Chiesi Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
+613 9077 4486

Deletion from market:
22 Oct 2027

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Patients are advised to consult their health professional to discuss alternative treatment options.
OMNARIS ciclesonide 50 microgram per actuation nasal spray bottle
AUST R: 167910
Active ingredients:
ciclesonide

Dosage form:
Spray, nasal

Sponsor:
Chiesi Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
+613 9077 4486

Deletion from market:
01 Jan 2027

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Patients are advised to consult their health professional to discuss alternative treatment options.