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KINSON levodopa 100 mg with carbidopa (as monohydrate) 25 mg tablet bottle AUST R: 49481Active ingredients:
carbidopa monohydrate
levodopa
Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated
Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800274276
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From
31 Jan 2025
to
14 Mar 2025
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Limited Availability
Reason:
Manufacturing
Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. Alternative brands are available.
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CARLEVENT levodopa/carbidopa/entacapone 125/31.25/200 mg tablet bottle AUST R: 195748Active ingredients:
carbidopa monohydrate
entacapone
levodopa
Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated
Sponsor:
Medis Pharma Pty Ltd
Phone:
02 9251 1088
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From
28 Mar 2025
to
19 Sep 2025
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Manufacturing
Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. Alternative generic products are available.
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