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CLARITHRO 250 clarithromycin 250mg tablets blister pack AUST R: 117197Active ingredients:
clarithromycin
Dosage form: Tablet, film coated
Sponsor: Apotex Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800195055
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Deletion from market:
28 Jul 2023
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Shortage status: Discontinued
Availability: Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted
Reason: Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
Management action: Alternative generic products are available
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ESOMEPRAZOLE SANDOZ Hp7 amoxicillin 500 mg capsule, clarithromycin 500 mg tablet, esomeprazole 20 mg tablet Composite Pack AUST R: 321044Active ingredients:
amoxicillin trihydrate
esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate
clarithromycin
Dosage form: Capsule, hard
Sponsor: Sandoz Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800 726 369
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From 13 Jan 2023 to 05 Feb 2024
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Shortage status: Resolved
Availability: Available
Reason: Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
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NEXIUM Hp7 esomeprazole tablet, amoxicillin capsule, clarithromycin tablet composite pack AUST R: 281690Active ingredients:
amoxicillin trihydrate
esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate
clarithromycin
Dosage form: Capsule
Sponsor: AstraZeneca Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800805342
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From 18 Feb 2024 to 22 Mar 2024
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Shortage status: Resolved
Availability: Available
Reason: Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply
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