aciclovir - medicine shortage information
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DBL Aciclovir 500mg/20mL Intravenous infusion injection vial AUST R: 56810Active ingredients:
aciclovir
Dosage form: Injection, solution
Sponsor: Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800-675-229
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From 28 Jul 2023 to 31 May 2024
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Shortage status: Current
Availability: Unavailable
Reason: Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
Management action: The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.
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ACICLOVIR ACCORD aciclovir 250 mg/10 mL injection vial AUST R: 313546Active ingredients:
aciclovir
Dosage form: Injection, solution
Sponsor: Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800 222 673
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From 31 May 2024 to 01 Jul 2024
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Shortage status: Anticipated
Availability: Available
Reason: Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
Management action: Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
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ACICLOVIR SANDOZ aciclovir 200mg tablet blister pack AUST R: 99420Active ingredients:
aciclovir
Dosage form: Tablet, uncoated
Sponsor: Sandoz Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800 726 369
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From 26 May 2023 to 18 Aug 2023
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Shortage status: Resolved
Availability: Available
Reason: Manufacturing
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DBL Aciclovir 250mg/10mL Intravenous infusion injection vial AUST R: 56809Active ingredients:
aciclovir
Dosage form: Injection, solution
Sponsor: Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800-675-229
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From 22 Aug 2023 to 31 Oct 2024
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Shortage status: Current
Availability: Unavailable
Reason: Manufacturing
Management action: The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.
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