dydrogesterone - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
FEMOSTON 1/10 estradiol 1mg and estradiol 1mg with dydrogesterone 10mg tablet blister pack composite pack.
AUST R: 219882
Active ingredients:
dydrogesterone
estradiol

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
22 Apr 2025
to
30 May 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

FEMOSTON 2/10 estradiol 2mg and estradiol 2mg with dydrogesterone 10mg tablet blister pack composite pack
AUST R: 75889
Active ingredients:
dydrogesterone
estradiol

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
14 Feb 2025
to
13 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.