Meningococcal polysaccharide group A - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
NIMENRIX meningococcal (Groups A, C, W-135, Y) polysaccharide tetanus toxoid conjugate vaccine injection vial and diluent syringe
AUST R: 199742
Active ingredients:
Meningococcal polysaccharide group A
Meningococcal polysaccharide group C
Meningococcal polysaccharide group W135
Meningococcal polysaccharide Group Y
Tetanus toxoid

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 675 229

From
08 Jun 2026
to
26 Jun 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Only available under NIP or government programs

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment and is closely controlling supply. Alternative brands are available.