deferasirox - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
EFERAS deferasirox 360 mg film coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 331687
Active ingredients:
deferasirox

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
04 Aug 2025
to
30 Apr 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

EFERAS deferasirox 90 mg film coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 331686
Active ingredients:
deferasirox

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
23 May 2025
to
30 Apr 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

PHARMACOR DEFERASIROX FC deferasirox 180 mg film-coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 330591
Active ingredients:
deferasirox

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Pharmacor Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300138805

From
12 Feb 2026
to
01 Jun 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available