glimepiride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
GLIMEPIRIDE SANDOZ glimepiride 1mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 121781
Active ingredients:
glimepiride

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800726369

From
25 Aug 2025
to
25 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.