imatinib mesilate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
GILMAT imatinib (as mesilate) 100 mg film-coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 281036
Active ingredients:
imatinib mesilate

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Pharmacor Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300138805

From
03 Mar 2025
to
30 May 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Imatinib-DRLA imatinib (as mesilate) 100mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 261062
Active ingredients:
imatinib mesilate

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Dr Reddys Laboratories Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0427 306 107

From
15 May 2025
to
15 May 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing