Asparaginase Injection

25 August 2006

Products Affected - Description

Elspar, 10,000 units,Ovation

Reason for the Shortage

Product had been in short supply from Merck; however, Merck recently sold product to Ovation.

Estimated Resupply Dates

Ovation has asparaginase injection available (NDC 00064-612-00). Customers should order through their wholesalers.

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Updated

August 25, 2006; June 5, 2006, University of Utah, Drug Information Service

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