bisoprolol fumarate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
APO-BISOPROLOL bisoprolol fumarate 2.5mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 182106
Active ingredients:
bisoprolol fumarate

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
23 Aug 2024
to
28 Feb 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing
APO-BISOPROLOL bisoprolol fumarate 5mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 182114
Active ingredients:
bisoprolol fumarate

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
06 Sep 2024
to
21 Feb 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.
APO-BISOPROLOL bisoprolol fumarate 10mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 182123
Active ingredients:
bisoprolol fumarate

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
08 Nov 2024
to
10 Jan 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.