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ARX-Nitrofurantoin 100 mg capsule blister AUST R: 373270Active ingredients:
nitrofurantoin
Dosage form:
Capsule, hard
Sponsor:
Luminarie Pty Ltd
Phone:
0458254364
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From
11 Dec 2025
to
20 Feb 2026
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Limited Availability
Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. An alternative strength is available.
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Nitrofurantoin BNM nitrofurantoin 100 mg hard capsule blister pack AUST R: 346712Active ingredients:
nitrofurantoin
Dosage form:
Capsule, hard
Sponsor:
Boucher & Muir Pty Ltd
Phone:
1800 627 680
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From
07 Nov 2025
to
16 Jan 2026
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Shortage status:
Current
Availability:
Unavailable
Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand
Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. An alternative strength is available.
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ARX-Nitrofurantoin 50 mg capsule blister AUST R: 373271Active ingredients:
nitrofurantoin
Dosage form:
Capsule, hard
Sponsor:
Luminarie Pty Ltd
Phone:
0458254364
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From
30 Jan 2026
to
20 Mar 2026
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Shortage status:
Anticipated
Availability:
Available
Reason:
Manufacturing
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