Availability of Noradrenaline Medsurge 2 mg/2 mL Ampoules

HPS Pharmacies wish to advise that Medsurge is anticipating a supply interruption for noradrenaline ampoules as follows:

Noradrenaline Medsurge 2 mg/2 mL Ampoules
Noradrenaline (norepinephrine) 2 mg/2 mL
ARTG 349471

This supply interruption is expected to occur between early December 2025 through to early January 2026.

Alternative option:

• Noradrenaline Medsurge 4 mg/4 mL ampoules may be used during this period.
• Both presentations are concentrated solutions for injection and must be diluted in a glucose-containing solution (e.g., 5% glucose solution in distilled water or 5% glucose in saline solution) before infusion.
• Please note the difference in dilution procedures for each product.

Dilution guidance (for average dosing):

• 2 mg/2 mL ampoule: Add 2 mL to 500 mL glucose solution.
• 4 mg/4 mL ampoule: Add 4 mL to 1 litre glucose solution, or draw 2 mL and dilute as above.

Please refer to the Product Information for more details.

Retain this notice in a prominent position, including in other related business units until supplies return to normal. Report any problems identified with medicines, vaccines or medical devices to the TGA.

Should you require further information regarding this matter, please contact Medsurge on 1300 788 261 or your pharmacist at HPS Pharmacies.

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