oseltamivir phosphate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
Oseltamivir Lupin Oseltamivir (as phosphate) 75 mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 328428
Active ingredients:
oseltamivir phosphate

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Lupin Australia Pty Limited

Phone:
03 9809 7900

From
30 Nov 2024
to
15 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

TAMIFLU oseltamivir (as phosphate) 6 mg/mL powder for oral suspension
AUST R: 188016
Active ingredients:
oseltamivir phosphate

Dosage form:
Oral Liquid, powder for

Sponsor:
Roche Products Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 233 950

From
15 Jul 2024
to
11 Sep 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand