prilocaine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
PRILOTEKAL prilocaine hydrochloride 100 mg/5 mL solution for injection ampoule
AUST R: 376271
Active ingredients:
prilocaine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
B Braun Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0407660273

From
29 Dec 2025
to
12 Jan 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment