levetiracetam - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
LEVETIRACETAM VIATRIS levetiracetam 1000 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 189887
Active ingredients:
levetiracetam

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd

Phone:
0418348894

From
21 Aug 2024
to
30 Nov 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

LEVI 1000 levetiracetam 1000 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 168794
Active ingredients:
levetiracetam

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
28 Jun 2024
to
28 Mar 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

LEVI 250 levetiracetam 250 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 168790
Active ingredients:
levetiracetam

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
12 Jul 2024
to
18 Apr 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

HOSPIRA LEVETIRACETAM CONCENTRATE FOR IV INFUSION levetiracetam 500 mg/5 mL concentrate for infusion vial
AUST R: 211468
Active ingredients:
levetiracetam

Dosage form:
Injection, concentrated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800-675-229

From
18 Oct 2024
to
18 Oct 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing