lamotrigine - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
LAMITAN lamotrigine 100 mg dispersible/chewable tablet blister pack
AUST R: 147633
Active ingredients:
lamotrigine

Dosage form:
Tablet, chewable

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
05 Jun 2025
to
07 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

APX-LAMOTRIGINE lamotrigine 200 mg dispersible/chewable tablet blister pack
AUST R: 340910
Active ingredients:
lamotrigine

Dosage form:
Tablet, chewable

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
08 Aug 2025
to
14 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.