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VARILRIX HSA-FREE varicella vaccine live attenuated 0.5mL injection vial plus diluent syringe composite pack AUST R: 234750Active ingredients:
live varicella vaccine
Dosage form:
Injection, powder for
Sponsor:
GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800033109
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From
23 Sep 2025
to
28 Feb 2026
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Only available under NIP or government programs
Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
Patients are advised to consult their healthcare professional to discuss treatment options.
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VARIVAX REFRIGERATED varicella virus vaccine live powder for injection vial with prefilled diluent syringe AUST R: 115008Active ingredients:
live varicella vaccine
Dosage form:
Injection, powder for
Sponsor:
Merck Sharp & Dohme (Australia) Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800642865
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From
26 Jun 2025
to
01 Jan 2026
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Limited Availability
Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
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PRIORIX-TETRA vaccine 0.5mL powder for injection vial with diluent syringe AUST R: 107286Active ingredients:
live varicella vaccine
Measles virus
Mumps virus
Rubella virus
Dosage form:
Injection, powder for
Sponsor:
GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800033109
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From
08 Aug 2025
to
28 Oct 2025
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Shortage status:
Resolved
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Manufacturing
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