potassium chloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
Bridgewest STERILE POTASSIUM CHLORIDE CONCENTRATE potassium chloride 750 mg/10 mL injection ampoule
AUST R: 10793
Active ingredients:
potassium chloride

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
0893620666

From
05 May 2023
to
01 Mar 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE JUNO 750mg/10mL injection ampoule
AUST R: 320597
Active ingredients:
potassium chloride

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Juno Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
8888 1288

Deletion from market:
15 Mar 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative generic products available.