irinotecan hydrochloride trihydrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
MEDITAB IRINOTECAN irinotecan hydrochloride trihydrate 100 mg / 5 mL injection vial
AUST R: 167202
Active ingredients:
irinotecan hydrochloride trihydrate

Dosage form:
Injection

Sponsor:
Cipla Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9696 4413

Deletion from market:
12 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand is available.