Current shortage
DBL DACARBAZINE 200mg powder for injection vial
dacarbazine · 200 mg Injection, powder for
- Supply impact started
- 19 Oct 2026
- Supply impact ends
- 30 June 2028
- TGA row last updated
- 4 Nov 2026
- ARTG ID
- 39954
- Sponsor
- Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
- Sponsor phone
- 1800-675-229
- Shortage impact
- Critical
- Availability
- Unavailable
Reason reported to TGA
Manufacturing
TGA management action
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. An overseas-registered product has been approved for supply under Section 19A from November 1 2026. See the website and search for the active ingredient: www.tga.gov.au/resources/section-19a-approvals.
What to do
- 1.Contact your pharmacist — Your pharmacist can check stock and whether another pharmacy can supply this product.
- 2.Ask your doctor before switching — A prescriber can decide whether another product is appropriate. Do not change medicines on your own.
- 3.Check the TGA report — The TGA Medicine Shortage Reports Database is the source for the dates and management action on this page.
Official sources
Last updated from the TGA Medicine Shortage Reports Database (report generated 12 November 2026 10:24:39 PM).
MedWatch is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Never stop or change your medicines without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. In an emergency, call 000. Medication queries: National Medicines Line 1300 633 424.