epoprostenol sodium - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
FLOLAN epoprostenol sodium 1.5 mg powder for injection vial with diluent vial
AUST R: 80343
Active ingredients:
epoprostenol sodium

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 033 109

Deletion from market:
30 Jun 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

FLOLAN epoprostenol sodium 500 microgram powder for injection vial with diluent vial
AUST R: 80342
Active ingredients:
epoprostenol sodium

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 033 109

Deletion from market:
03 Jul 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.