ropivacaine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ROPIBAM 0.2% Ropivacaine hydrochloride 400mg/200mL solution for injection bag
AUST R: 186571
Active ingredients:
ropivacaine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Boucher & Muir Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 627 680

From
11 Nov 2024
to
31 Dec 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
An alternative generic product available.

ROPIVACAINE KABI ropivacaine hydrochloride 400 mg/200 mL solution for infusion bag
AUST R: 195811
Active ingredients:
ropivacaine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Fresenius Kabi Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0293915555

From
09 Aug 2024
to
19 Aug 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues