rizatriptan benzoate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
RIZATRIPTAN WAFERS-10mg rizatriptan (as benzoate) 10mg wafer blister pack
AUST R: 225969
Active ingredients:
rizatriptan benzoate

Dosage form:
Wafer

Sponsor:
ORGANON PHARMA PTY LTD

Phone:
1800023135

From
15 Nov 2024
to
01 May 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.
RIXALT rizatriptan (as benzoate) 10 mg orally disintegrating tablet blister pack
AUST R: 220024
Active ingredients:
rizatriptan benzoate

Dosage form:
Tablet, orally disintegrating

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
17 Dec 2024
to
17 Jan 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing