topotecan hydrochloride - medicine shortage information
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TOPOTECAN ACCORD topotecan (as hydrochloride) 4 mg/4 mL concentrated injection vial AUST R: 310761Active ingredients:
topotecan hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated
Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800 222 673
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From
01 Sep 2025
to
31 Oct 2025
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
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HYCAMTIN Topotecan (as hydrochloride) 4mg powder for injection vial AUST R: 58598Active ingredients:
topotecan hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Injection, powder for
Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800726369
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Deletion from market:
12 May 2025
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Shortage status:
Discontinued
Availability:
Unavailable
Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
Management action:
Alternative brand available.
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