indometacin - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
INDOCID indometacin 25mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 76021
Active ingredients:
indometacin

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Aspen Pharmacare Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300659646

From
13 Nov 2024
to
15 Mar 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply

Management action:
An alternative generic brand is available. The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

ARTHREXIN indometacin 25mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 353404
Active ingredients:
indometacin

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
24 Jun 2024
to
28 Oct 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing