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AU ATC L01BA04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Pemetrexed shortage in Australia
Is there a Pemetrexed shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Pemetrexed products are reported short in Australia, the first since 23 Nov 2022. The company estimate for the return is 31 Jan 2027 (latest 31 May 2027). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Belgium. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | Pemetrexed SUN pemetrexed (as disodium) 100mg/vial powder for injection vial | 23 Nov 2022 | 31 May 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | Pemetrexed SUN pemetrexed (as disodium) 500mg/vial powder for injection vial | 1 Aug 2023 | 31 Mar 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | Pemetrexed SUN pemetrexed (as disodium) 1000mg/vial powder for injection vial | 1 Nov 2023 | 31 May 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | PEMETREXED ACCORD pemetrexed (as disodium) 1000 mg powder for injection vial | 21 Mar 2025 | 31 Jan 2027 | Not 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.