metronidazole - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
METROGYL 400 metronidazole 400mg tablet bottle
AUST R: 17655
Active ingredients:
metronidazole

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
04 Apr 2025
to
09 Jan 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.
METRONIDAMED metronidazole 400 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 407008
Active ingredients:
metronidazole

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Medsurge Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300 788 261

From
10 Oct 2025
to
12 Dec 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

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

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
METRONIDAZOLE KABI metronidazole 500mg/100mL solution for injection bottle
AUST R: 310261
Active ingredients:
metronidazole

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Fresenius Kabi Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
02 9391 5555

From
27 Aug 2025
to
15 Sep 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues