betaxolol hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
BETOPTIC betaxolol 5mg/mL (as hydrochloride) eye drops bottle
AUST R: 25272
Active ingredients:
betaxolol hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Eye Drops, solution

Sponsor:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0299053555

Deletion from market:
11 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Patients are advised to consult their healthcare professionals to discuss alternative treatment options.

BETOQUIN betaxolol 5.0mg/mL (as hydrochloride) eye drops solution bottle
AUST R: 55618
Active ingredients:
betaxolol hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Eye Drops, solution

Sponsor:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800671203

Deletion from market:
01 May 2025

Shortage status:
To be discontinued

Availability:
Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted

Reason:
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability

Management action:
Patients are advised to consult their health professional to discuss alternative treatment options.