Currently in shortage
Pfizer manufacturing site in the USA experiencing reduced output due to equipment upgrade. Recurring shortage pattern.
Expected resolution: 31 August 2025
Alternatives:
- EpiPen Jr — 150 mcg (paediatric dose only)
- Anapen — epinephrine auto-injector (parallel import, limited stock)
epinephrine (adrenaline)
EpiPen Jr
0.15 mg/0.3 mL · auto-injector · Anaphylaxis
PBS Pricing
| General patient co-payment | $31.60 |
| Concession co-payment | $7.70 |
| Full dispensed price | $38.40 |
PBS Information
- Item code
- ALG005
- Drug name
- epinephrine (adrenaline)
- Brand name
- EpiPen Jr
- Manufacturer
- Pfizer
- Formulation
- auto-injector
- Strength
- 0.15 mg/0.3 mL
- Max quantity
- 2 units
- Max repeats
- 5
- PBS listed
- Yes
- Therapeutic group
- Anaphylaxis
TGA Reference: TGA-MSI-2025-014 · Sponsor: Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd
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