ondansetron hydrochloride dihydrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
APX-ONDANSETRON ondansetron (as hydrochloride dihydrate) 8 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 173182
Active ingredients:
ondansetron hydrochloride dihydrate

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
24 Jul 2025
to
05 Sep 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

ONDANSETRON VIATRIS ondansetron (as hydrochloride dihydrate) 4 mg/2 mL solution for injection ampoule
AUST R: 155842
Active ingredients:
ondansetron hydrochloride dihydrate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
15 Jul 2025
to
17 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.