vancomycin - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DBL VANCOMYCIN vancomycin (as hydrochloride) 1000 mg powder for injection vial
AUST R: 62595
Active ingredients:
vancomycin

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

Deletion from market:
01 Jul 2023

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
An alternative brand is available

DBL VANCOMYCIN vancomycin (as hydrochloride) 500mg powder for injection vial
AUST R: 62603
Active ingredients:
vancomycin

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 675 229

Deletion from market:
01 May 2023

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
An alternative brand is available