imatinib mesilate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
Imatinib-DRLA imatinib (as mesilate) 100mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 261062
Active ingredients:
imatinib mesilate

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Dr Reddys Laboratories Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
0427 306 107

From
01 Aug 2024
to
06 Aug 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

IMATAB imatinib (as mesilate) 600 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 300058
Active ingredients:
imatinib mesilate

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Juno Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 8888 1288

Deletion from market:
28 Sep 2023

Shortage status:
Discontinued

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
This product has not been launched in Australia to date. Other strengths and brands are available.