phenytoin sodium - medicine shortage information
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DILANTIN phenytoin sodium 30 mg capsule bottle AUST R: 295264Active ingredients:
phenytoin sodium
Dosage form:
Capsule, hard
Sponsor:
Viatris Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800 314 527
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From
25 Aug 2025
to
31 Oct 2025
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Manufacturing
Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply.
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DBL PHENYTOIN INJECTION 100mg/2mL ampoule AUST R: 46942Active ingredients:
phenytoin sodium
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800-675-229
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Deletion from market:
01 Nov 2025
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Shortage status:
To be discontinued
Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted
Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.
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