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Section 19A vs Special Access Scheme (SAS): What's the Difference in Australia?
Section 19A and the Special Access Scheme are both routes to medicines that aren't on the ARTG — but they exist for different reasons and are triggered by different people. Here's how hospital pharmacists, procurement teams and pharmaceutical companies can tell which pathway applies, and why the distinction matters for supply planning.
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Shortage of FLUDARABINE JUNO fludarabine phosphate 50 mg powder for injection vial (AUST R: 147831) - Extended
Fludarabine Phosphate Injection, USP 50mg/2mL (25mg/mL) Single-Dose Vial (Fresenius Kabi, USA)
Jul 28


Shortage of FLUDARABINE JUNO fludarabine phosphate 50 mg powder for injection vial (AUST R: 147831) – Alternative supply from 1 September 2026
Dear Healthcare Professional, Shortage of FLUDARABINE JUNO fludarabine phosphate 50 mg powder for injection vial (AUST R: 147831) Pro Pharmaceuticals Group recognises the importance of maintaining access to essential medicines in Australia and would like to provide an update regarding the supply of fludarabine phosphate injection. The Australian-registered medicine, FLUDARABINE JUNO fludarabine phosphate 50 mg powder for injection vial (AUST R: 147831), sponsored by Juno Pha
Jul 28


Shortage of BICILLIN L-A benzathine benzylpenicillin tetrahydrate 1,200,000 Units / 2.3 mL suspension for injection pre-filled syringe with needle (AUST R: 147169)
Shortage of BICILLIN L-A benzathine benzylpenicillin
Apr 22


Shortage of DEPTRAN 10 doxepin 10mg (as hydrochloride) capsule blister pack (AUST R: 308999)
Dear Healthcare Professional, Shortage of DEPTRAN 10 doxepin 10mg (as hydrochloride) capsule blister pack (AUST R: 308999) Pro Pharmaceuticals Group recognises the importance of supplying essential medicines in Australia and would like to advise you the change in supply status of DEPTRAN 10 doxepin 10mg (as hydrochloride) capsule blister pack (AUST R: 308999) in Australia. The Australian registered medicine, DEPTRAN 10 doxepin 10mg (as hydrochloride) capsule blister pac
Apr 2


LARIAM® Mefloquine 250 mg Tablets Shortage Notification
Australian registered LARIAM® mefloquine 250 mg tablets are currently in limited availability. The TGA has granted Section 19A approval for temporary supply of Mefloquine Hydrochloride 250 mg tablets from Canada to ensure continuity of malaria treatment and prophylaxis. Pro Pharmaceuticals Group now supports supply to Australian healthcare institutions.
Jan 27


Shortage of RESPRIM FORTE trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole 160 mg/800 mg tablet blister pack
Dear Healthcare Professional, Shortage of RESPRIM FORTE trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole 160 mg/800 mg tablet blister pack Pro Pharmaceuticals Group recognises the importance of supplying essential medicines in Australia and would like to advise you of the change in supply status of RESPRIM FORTE trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole 160 mg/800 mg tablet blister pack in Australia. The Australian registered medicine, RESPRIM FORTE trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole 160 mg/800 mg tablet blis
May 27, 2025


Drug Shortage: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection Bags 1000ml - Extended until Feb 2026
Drug Shortage: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection Bags 1000ml
Apr 15, 2025


Drug Shortage: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection Bags 100ml
Sodium Chloride Injection Bags 100ml
Apr 1, 2025


Discontinuation of CEENU lomustine 10mg capsule bottle Australia, USA Option
Discontinuation of CEENU lomustine 10mg capsule bottle Australia, USA Option
Jul 2, 2024
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