lumefantrine - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
RIAMET 20 mg/120 mg artemether/lumefantrine 20 mg/120 mg dispersible tablet blister pack
AUST R: 158523
Active ingredients:
artemether
lumefantrine

Dosage form:
Tablet, dispersible

Sponsor:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0298053555

Deletion from market:
01 Sep 2025

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability