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spironolactone - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ALDACTONE spironolactone 100mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 68954
Active ingredients:
spironolactone

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 675 229

From
11 May 2023
to
21 Jul 2023

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available
SPIRONOLACTONE VIATRIS 25 spironolactone 25 mg tablet bottle
AUST R: 338091
Active ingredients:
spironolactone

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 274 276

From
08 Feb 2023
to
26 May 2023

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing
ALDACTONE spironolactone 25mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 68953
Active ingredients:
spironolactone

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 675 229

From
22 Jun 2023
to
01 Sep 2023

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand