mestranol - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
NORINYL-1 28 DAY tablet blister pack
AUST R: 61643
Active ingredients:
mestranol
norethisterone

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 675 229

Deletion from market:
30 Apr 2024

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability