VENTOLIN NEBULES salbutamol 2.5mg/2.5mL (as sulfate) inhalation solution ampoule - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
VENTOLIN NEBULES salbutamol 2.5mg/2.5mL (as sulfate) inhalation solution ampoule
AUST R: 12533
Active ingredients:
salbutamol sulfate

Dosage form:
Inhalation

Sponsor:
GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 033 109

From
17 Apr 2026
to
31 Dec 2028

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply

Management action:
An overseas-registered product has been approved for supply under Section 19A. See the website and search for the active ingredient: www.tga.gov.au/resources/section-19a-approvals