ipratropium bromide monohydrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
AERON 250 ipratropium bromide (as monohydrate) 250 microgram/mL inhalation ampoule
AUST R: 98647
Active ingredients:
ipratropium bromide monohydrate

Dosage form:
Inhalation, conventional

Sponsor:
Viatris Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 314 527

Deletion from market:
29 Mar 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available

AERON 500 ipratropium bromide (as monohydrate) 500 microgram/mL inhalation ampoule
AUST R: 98648
Active ingredients:
ipratropium bromide monohydrate

Dosage form:
Inhalation, conventional

Sponsor:
Viatris Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 314 527

Deletion from market:
17 Aug 2023

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Another brand is available