Pegfilgrastim - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ZIEXTENZO pegfilgrastim 6mg/0.6mL solution for injection prefilled syringe with automatic needle guard
AUST R: 308367
Active ingredients:
Pegfilgrastim

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800726369

From
08 Oct 2026
to
09 Dec 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand is available.

PELGRAZ pegfilgrastim 6 mg/0.6 mL solution for injection pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 308177
Active ingredients:
Pegfilgrastim

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 222 673

From
27 Jul 2026
to
11 Sep 2026

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues