sugammadex sodium - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
BRIDION sugammadex 200 mg/2 mL solution for injection vial
AUST R: 147716
Active ingredients:
sugammadex sodium

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Merck Sharp & Dohme (Australia) Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800818553

Deletion from market:
30 Apr 2026

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.
BRIDION sugammadex 500 mg/5 mL solution for injection vial
AUST R: 148263
Active ingredients:
sugammadex sodium

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Merck Sharp & Dohme (Australia) Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 818 553

Deletion from market:
31 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.