epirubicin hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
EPIRUBICIN ACCORD epirubicin hydrochloride 200mg/100mL concentrated injection vial
AUST R: 227997
Active ingredients:
epirubicin hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 222 673

From
09 Apr 2024
to
31 Jan 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. An alternative product may be available via the Special Access Scheme: https://www.tga.gov.au/form/special-access-scheme