carbamazepine - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
CARBAMAZEPINE SANDOZ carbamazepine 100mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 78217
Active ingredients:
carbamazepine

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0298053555

Deletion from market:
04 Apr 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
An alternative product is available.

CARBAMAZEPINE SANDOZ carbamazepine 200mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 78211
Active ingredients:
carbamazepine

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0298053555

Deletion from market:
04 Apr 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
An alternative product is available.