cidofovir - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
EMPOVIR cidofovir 375 mg/5 mL concentrated injection for infusion vial
AUST R: 287040
Active ingredients:
cidofovir

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
0401858985

From
10 Oct 2025
to
14 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.