PROPOFOL-LIPURO 1% propofol 1000 mg/100 mL emulsion for injection bottle - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
PROPOFOL-LIPURO 1% propofol 1000 mg/100 mL emulsion for injection bottle
AUST R: 220081
Active ingredients:
propofol

Dosage form:
Injection, emulsion

Sponsor:
B Braun Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0459896841

From
11 Sep 2026
to
15 Jan 2027

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
Alternative brands and strengths are available.