Presentation
0.25% 5 mL single-dose ampules (NDC 59923-717-05)
0.25% 10 mL single-dose ampules (NDC 59923-719-10)
0.5% 5 mL single-dose ampules (NDC 59923-718-05)
0.5% 10 mL single-dose ampules (NDC 59923-720-10)
Availability and Estimated Shortage Duration
Available
Related Information
Areva Pharmaceuticals Inc., in conjunction with FDA, has initiated temporary importation of Bupivacaine Hydrochloride Injection USP (Preservative free, Latex free) 0.25% and 0.5% into the US market to address drug shortage. Importation will begin mid-September 2019. Product is available via authorized distributors (McKesson, Cardinal Health, Amerisource Bergen) . All orders must be placed with your authorized wholesalers. Please call Areva Pharmaceutical Customer Service at 812-399-3599, Option # 1 or email us at customerservice@arevapharma.com if you would like drop shipments.
Dear Health Care Provider Letter
Shortage Reason (per FDASIA)
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