noradrenaline (norepinephrine) acid tartrate monohydrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
NORADRENALINE BNM noradrenaline (as acid tartrate monohydrate) 4mg/4mL injection concentrated ampoule
AUST R: 248512
Active ingredients:
noradrenaline (norepinephrine) acid tartrate monohydrate

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Boucher & Muir Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 627 680

From
15 Nov 2024
to
06 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

NORADRENALINE JUNO noradrenaline (norepinephrine) (as acid tartrate) 4 mg/4 mL concentrated solution for injection ampoule
AUST R: 232700
Active ingredients:
noradrenaline (norepinephrine) acid tartrate monohydrate

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Juno Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
0388881288

From
03 Oct 2024
to
17 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Levophed 1:1000 noradrenaline (norepinephrine) 4mg / 4mL Concentrate for IV Injection vial
AUST R: 183622
Active ingredients:
noradrenaline (norepinephrine) acid tartrate monohydrate

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

Deletion from market:
01 Oct 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.