Bridgewest LIDOCAINE INJECTION 1% 50 mg/5 mL solution for injection ampoule - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
Bridgewest LIDOCAINE INJECTION 1% 50 mg/5 mL solution for injection ampoule
AUST R: 49296
Active ingredients:
lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800161156

From
25 Jun 2025
to
30 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing