clindamycin phosphate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DALACIN T 1% clindamycin 10mg/mL (as phosphate) lotion bottle
AUST R: 67060
Active ingredients:
clindamycin phosphate

Dosage form:
Lotion

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
20 Jul 2026
to
31 Aug 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
An alternative brand is available.

DALACIN V clindamycin 2% (20mg/g) (as phosphate) cream tube
AUST R: 48431
Active ingredients:
clindamycin phosphate

Dosage form:
Cream

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800675229

From
06 Mar 2026
to
06 Mar 2026

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand