donepezil hydrochloride - medicine shortage information
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ARIDON APN 5 donepezil hydrochloride 5mg tablet blister pack AUST R: 167193Active ingredients:
donepezil hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated
Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800 195 055
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From
20 Feb 2026
to
21 Aug 2026
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Manufacturing
Management action:
Alternative brands are available.
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APO-DONEPEZIL donepezil hydrochloride (as monohydrate) 5 mg tablet blister pack AUST R: 213495Active ingredients:
donepezil hydrochloride
Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated
Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800 195 055
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From
24 Oct 2025
to
24 Oct 2025
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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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