agomelatinecitric acid - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
AGOMELATINE LUPIN agomelatine (as agomelatine-citric acid) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 318688
Active ingredients:
agomelatinecitric acid

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
0398097900

From
14 May 2026
to
31 Aug 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

VALOMEL agomelatine (as agomelatine-citric acid) 25 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 381137
Active ingredients:
agomelatinecitric acid

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Helix Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
0437921503

From
06 Aug 2026
to
30 Sep 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

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

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

AGOMELATINE SANDOZ agomelatine (as agomelatine-citric acid) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 318687
Active ingredients:
agomelatinecitric acid

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7914

From
04 Jun 2026
to
07 Aug 2026

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing