clonidine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
CATAPRES 150 Clonidine hydrochloride 150 microgram tablet blister pack
AUST R: 78376
Active ingredients:
clonidine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Clinect Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 899 005

From
08 Dec 2025
to
01 Apr 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Other strengths are available.
APO-CLONIDINE clonidine hydrochloride 100 micrograms tablet bottle
AUST R: 265776
Active ingredients:
clonidine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7922

From
03 Dec 2024
to
23 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
CLONIDINE Lupin clonidine hydrochloride 100 micrograms tablet bottle
AUST R: 265778
Active ingredients:
clonidine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7900

From
08 Jul 2025
to
01 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing