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BAXTER 0.9% SODIUM CHLORIDE 900mg/100mL injection BP bag AHB1307/AHB1364 AUST R: 48515Active ingredients:
sodium chloride
Dosage form:
Injection, intravenous infusion
Sponsor:
Baxter Healthcare Pty Ltd
Phone:
1300302409
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From
01 Mar 2023
to
22 Jun 2026
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Shortage status:
Resolved
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
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Bridgewest SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% (180mg/20mL) injection BP ampoule AUST R: 49279Active ingredients:
sodium chloride
Dosage form:
Injection, solution
Sponsor:
LumaCina Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
0466 967 727
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Deletion from market:
28 Aug 2026
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Shortage status:
Discontinued
Availability:
Unavailable
Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
Management action:
Alternative brands are available.
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