lisdexamfetamine dimesilate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
VYVANSE lisdexamfetamine dimesilate 20 mg capsules bottle
AUST R: 284019
Active ingredients:
lisdexamfetamine dimesilate

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Takeda Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800012612

From
14 Jun 2024
to
21 Aug 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

VYVANSE lisdexamfetamine dimesilate 60 mg capsules bottle
AUST R: 284021
Active ingredients:
lisdexamfetamine dimesilate

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Takeda Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800012612

From
30 Aug 2024
to
21 Oct 2024

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

VYVANSE lisdexamfetamine dimesilate 40 mg capsules bottle
AUST R: 284020
Active ingredients:
lisdexamfetamine dimesilate

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Takeda Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800012612

From
22 Jan 2024
to
30 Apr 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand