citalopram hydrobromide - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
APO-CITALOPRAM citalopram 40 mg (as hydrobromide) tablet blister pack
AUST R: 226579
Active ingredients:
citalopram hydrobromide

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
18 Oct 2024
to
18 Apr 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

TALAM citalopram (as hydrobromide) 10 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 234594
Active ingredients:
citalopram hydrobromide

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
27 Dec 2024
to
27 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative generic products is available.