Black snake antivenom - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
BLACK SNAKE ANTIVENOM (equine) 18000U injection vial
AUST R: 74894
Active ingredients:
Black snake antivenom

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Seqirus Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800008275

From
23 Feb 2026
to
31 Dec 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Healthcare professionals to consider alternative treatment options.