prilocaine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
3% CITANEST DENTAL WITH OCTAPRESSIN 2.2mL injection cartridge
AUST R: 220320
Active ingredients:
felypressin
prilocaine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Dentsply Sirona Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300552929

From
22 Dec 2024
to
16 Feb 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment