vancomycin hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
VANCOMYCIN BNM vancomycin (as hydrochloride) 250 mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 375010
Active ingredients:
vancomycin hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Boucher & Muir Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800627680

From
01 Aug 2026
to
31 Dec 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand and strength is available. The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

VANCOMYCIN JUNO vancomycin (as hydrochloride) 1 g powder for injection vial
AUST R: 407964
Active ingredients:
vancomycin hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, powder for

Sponsor:
Juno Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
0388881288

From
10 Apr 2026
to
08 May 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite next shipment. An alternative brand is available.