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Drug shortage resolution: Salbutamol 2.5 mg/2.5 mL and 5 mg/2.5 mL nebules

Resolution: The shortage of salbutamol nebules has now resolved and NH pharmacy is able to access sufficient supply.

Further information and practice implications.

Drug shortage resolution: Adenosine 3 mg/mL X 2 mL pre-filled syringes

Resolution: The shortage of adenosine pre-filled syringes (PFS) has now resolved and NH pharmacy is able to access sufficient supply.

Further information and practice Implications.

Drug shortage resolution: Hydroxocobalamin 5 g vial (Cyanokit®)

Resolution: The shortage of hydroxocobalamin 5 g vials has now resolved and NH pharmacy is able to access sufficient supply. 

NH expression of interest - medical lead, emergency and trauma services

Northern Health invites qualified physicians to indicate their interest in the role of Medical Lead, Emergency & Trauma Services (0.4 FTE). This key leadership position offers a unique opportunity to help shape and strengthen emergency and trauma care across the Northern Health region.

New antibiotic on NH formulary: Dalbavancin

NH Formulary Status: Restricted

Indication: Restricted to treatment of adults with:

Drug shortage resolution: Alteplase 100 mg vials

Resolution: The shortage of alteplase 100 mg vials has now resolved and NH pharmacy is able to access supply.

Further information and practice implications.

Product change notice: Sodium bicarbonate 4.2% X 10 mL PFS and 5 mL vials

Produce change and drug discontinuation