sulfamethoxazole - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DBL SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 400 mg and TRIMETHOPRIM 80 mg/5 mL concentrated injection ampoule
AUST R: 16293
Active ingredients:
sulfamethoxazole
trimethoprim

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
08 Apr 2025
to
30 Jun 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand is available.