bortezomib - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
BORTEZOMIB ACCORD bortezomib 3.5 mg/1.4 mL solution for injection vial
AUST R: 369472
Active ingredients:
bortezomib

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 222 673

From
30 Apr 2025
to
07 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

VELCADE bortezomib 3.5 mg powder for injection vial
AUST R: 104542
Active ingredients:
bortezomib

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Janssen-Cilag Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800226334

Deletion from market:
30 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.