carboplatin - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
CARBOPLATIN EUGIA Carboplatin 450 mg/45 mL solution for injection vial
AUST R: 445018
Active ingredients:
carboplatin

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Eugia Pharma (Australia) Pty Ltd

Phone:
0398546370

From
14 Aug 2025
to
31 Oct 2025

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. An alternative product is available.
CARBOPLATIN ACCORD carboplatin 450 mg/45 mL solution for injection vial
AUST R: 215854
Active ingredients:
carboplatin

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 222 673

From
20 Aug 2025
to
08 Sep 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing
DBL CARBOPLATIN 450mg/45mL injection vial
AUST R: 46846
Active ingredients:
carboplatin

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
27 Aug 2025
to
03 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply