hydroxocobalamin acetate - medicine shortage information
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COBAL-B12 INJECTION hydroxocobalamin acetate 1mg/ 1 mL solution for injection ampoule AUST R: 285067Active ingredients:
hydroxocobalamin acetate
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
Amdipharm Mercury Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800627680
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From
13 Feb 2026
to
17 Jul 2026
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Limited Availability
Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
Management action:
Alternative brands are available.
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VITA-B12 INJECTION hydroxocobalamin acetate 1mg/ 1 mL solution for injection ampoule AUST R: 172663Active ingredients:
hydroxocobalamin acetate
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
Amdipharm Mercury Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800627680
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From
30 Oct 2026
to
31 Mar 2027
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
Management action:
Alternative brands are available.
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