dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
DOSULEPIN VIATRIS 75 dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride 75 mg film coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 289784
Active ingredients:
dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
12 Feb 2025
to
31 May 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative generic product is available.

DOTHEP 25 dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride 25mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 34419
Active ingredients:
dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
28 Mar 2025
to
25 Apr 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand is available .

DOSULEPIN VIATRIS 25 dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride 25 mg hard capsule blister pack
AUST R: 289783
Active ingredients:
dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
16 Aug 2024
to
15 Jan 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing