remifentanil hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
REMIFENTANIL VIATRIS 1mg remifentanil (as hydrochloride) powder for injection vial
AUST R: 163901
Active ingredients:
remifentanil hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
18 Dec 2025
to
15 Jan 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand is available. The sponsor is closely controlling supply.