ropivacaine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information
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ROPIBAM 0.2% Ropivacaine hydrochloride 200mg/100mL solution for injection bag AUST R: 186573Active ingredients:
ropivacaine hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
Boucher & Muir Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800627680
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From
28 Sep 2022
to
14 Jul 2023
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Unavailable
Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
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ROPIBAM 0.75% Ropivacaine hydrochloride 150mg/20mL solution for injection ampoule AUST R: 186569Active ingredients:
ropivacaine hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
Boucher & Muir Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800627680
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From
15 Mar 2024
to
31 May 2024
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Unavailable
Reason:
Manufacturing
Management action:
Alternative brand available.
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ROPIVACAINE KABI ropivacaine hydrochloride 150 mg/20 mL solution for injection ampoule AUST R: 195807Active ingredients:
ropivacaine hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
Fresenius Kabi Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
0293915555
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From
02 Apr 2024
to
23 Apr 2024
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Limited Availability
Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues
Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
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ROPIVACAINE KABI ropivacaine hydrochloride 40 mg/20 mL solution for injection ampoule AUST R: 195804Active ingredients:
ropivacaine hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
Fresenius Kabi Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
0293915555
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From
28 Feb 2024
to
19 Mar 2024
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Shortage status:
Resolved
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues
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