valaciclovir hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
VACLOVIR 500 valaciclovir (as hydrochloride) 500 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 153822
Active ingredients:
valaciclovir hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
23 Feb 2026
to
27 Jun 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

VACLOVIR 500 valaciclovir (as hydrochloride) 500 mg tablet bottle pack
AUST R: 153823
Active ingredients:
valaciclovir hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
23 Feb 2026
to
27 Jun 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.