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AU ATC L01BC01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Cytarabine shortage in Australia

Is there a Cytarabine shortage in Australia?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Cytarabine products are reported short in Australia. The company estimate for the return is 30 Jun 2028. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Australia

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
AUPfizer (Australia) CYTARABINE 100mg/5mL injection vial anticipated18 Dec 202630 Jun 2028Not stated
AUDBL CYTARABINE 2g/20mL injection vial anticipated21 Dec 202630 Jun 2028Not stated
AUDBL CYTARABINE 1g/10mL injection vial anticipated28 Apr 202730 Jun 2028Not stated

Source

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Medicine Shortage Reports Database. Official list. National shortages of reportable medicines, current and anticipated within six months; one row per product.