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AU ATC R06AD02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Promethazine shortage in Australia

Is there a Promethazine shortage in Australia?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Promethazine product is reported short in Australia, the first since 5 May 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2027. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Germany, Sweden, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Australia

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
AUDBL PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 50mg/2mL injection BP ampoule5 May 202631 Dec 2027Not 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.