Teriparatide - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
TERIPARATIDE LUPIN teriparatide 250 microgram per mL solution for injection pre-filled cartridge
AUST R: 373604
Active ingredients:
Teriparatide

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Generic Health Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7900

From
08 Aug 2025
to
15 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

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

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
TERROSA teriparatide (rbe) 250 microgram/mL solution for injection cartridge in a pre-filled pen
AUST R: 405710
Active ingredients:
Teriparatide

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Gedeon Richter Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300 433 366

From
12 Aug 2025
to
31 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
FORTEO teriparatide (rbe) 250 microgram solution for injection cartridge
AUST R: 80333
Active ingredients:
Teriparatide

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Eli Lilly Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800454559

Deletion from market:
30 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.