vincristine sulfate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DBL VINCRISTINE SULFATE 1mg/1mL injection vial
AUST R: 16308
Active ingredients:
vincristine sulfate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
10 Jun 2025
to
30 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative strength is available.

Pfizer (Australia) VINCRISTINE SULFATE 2mg/2mL injection vial
AUST R: 48055
Active ingredients:
vincristine sulfate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

Deletion from market:
01 May 2025

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.