sodium nitroprusside - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
SODIUM NITROPRUSSIDE BAXTER sodium nitroprusside 50 mg/2 mL concentrated injection vial
AUST R: 391482
Active ingredients:
sodium nitroprusside

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Baxter Healthcare Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300302409

From
27 May 2025
to
31 Jan 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.

DBL SODIUM NITROPRUSSIDE CONCENTRATED INJECTION sodium nitroprusside 25 mg/mL concentrated injection vial
AUST R: 177111
Active ingredients:
sodium nitroprusside

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
12 Dec 2025
to
26 Dec 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is closely controlling the supply. Alternative brands are available.