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SOFRADEX EAR DROPS dexamethasone (as sodium metasulfobenzoate) framycetin sulfate gramicidin 8 mL bottle AUST R: 13539Active ingredients:
dexamethasone
framycetin sulfate
gramicidin
Dosage form: Ear Drops
Sponsor: Pharmaco Australia Ltd
Phone: 1800201564
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From 30 Mar 2026 to 29 May 2026
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Shortage status: Current
Availability: Limited Availability
Reason: Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues
Management action: Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. An alternative brand is available.
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OTODEX EAR DROPS dexamethasone (as sodium metasulfobenzoate) framycetin sulfate gramicidin 8 mL bottle AUST R: 43840Active ingredients:
dexamethasone
framycetin sulfate
gramicidin
Dosage form: Ear Drops
Sponsor: Pharmaco Australia Ltd
Phone: 1800201564
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From 08 Dec 2025 to 13 Feb 2026
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Shortage status: Resolved
Availability: Available
Reason: Manufacturing
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