metaraminol tartrate - medicine shortage information

Back to ALL shortages and discontinuations    Back to CRITICAL shortages and discontinuations

If you are having difficulty obtaining a medicine that has been prescribed to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist to discuss suitable options to continue your care.

More information about medicine shortages and how to access alternative medicines is available at the Medicine Shortages hub

Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
METARAMINOL MYX metaraminol (as tartrate) 10 mg/1 mL solution for injection ampoule
AUST R: 310904
Active ingredients:
metaraminol tartrate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Mayne Pharma International Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300 739 436

From
21 Aug 2025
to
14 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

METARAMINOL TORBAY metaraminol (as tartrate) 10 mg/1 mL injection ampoule
AUST R: 308808
Active ingredients:
metaraminol tartrate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Clinect Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800899005

From
15 Oct 2025
to
10 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

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

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.