esomeprazole sodium - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ESOMEPRAZOLE SUN esomeprazole sodium 40mg powder for injection glass vial
AUST R: 212516
Active ingredients:
esomeprazole sodium

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Sun Pharma ANZ Pty Ltd

Phone:
0298872600

From
29 Oct 2026
to
31 Jan 2027

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand is available.

NEXIUM IV esomeprazole 40mg (as sodium) powder for injection vial
AUST R: 96678
Active ingredients:
esomeprazole sodium

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
AstraZeneca Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 805 342

Deletion from market:
30 Jun 2026

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.