zinc chloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DBL ZINC CHLORIDE INJECTION 5mg Zn/2mL (as zinc chloride 10.6mg/2mL) Injection
AUST R: 16383
Active ingredients:
zinc chloride

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

Deletion from market:
01 Feb 2027

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
An alternative brand is available.