minoxidil - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
LONITEN minoxidil 10mg tablet bottle
AUST R: 12309
Active ingredients:
minoxidil

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800675229

From
04 May 2026
to
18 May 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is closely controlling the supply and working to expedite the next shipment.