Updated Date:
04 Apr 2025
Product Detail:
BAXTER 0.9% SODIUM CHLORIDE 900mg/100mL injection BP bag AHB1307/AHB1364
Shortage Status:
Current
AUST R:
48515
Availability:
Limited Availability
Active Ingredient:
sodium chloride
Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
Dosage Form:
Injection,intravenousinfusion
Supply Impact Dates
From 01 Mar 2023
To 31 Oct 2025
Management Action:
Overseas-registered alternatives have been approved for supply under Section 19A. See the website: https://www.tga.gov.au/ws-sl9a-index and search for the active ingredient. The TGA have published a web statement outlining key information about the shortage which is available at https://www.tga.gov.au/safety/shortages/information-about-major-medicine-shortages/about-shortage-intravenous-iv-fluids.
