gemcitabine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DBL GEMCITABINE INJECTION gemcitabine (as hydrochloride) 1g/26.3mL solution for Injection vial
AUST R: 160202
Active ingredients:
gemcitabine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
02 Apr 2027
to
30 Jun 2028

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply.

DBL GEMCITABINE INJECTION gemcitabine (as hydrochloride) 2g/52.6mL solution for Injection vial
AUST R: 160204
Active ingredients:
gemcitabine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
20 May 2027
to
30 Jun 2028

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply.