rifampicin - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
RIFADIN rifampicin 300mg capsules blister pack
AUST R: 233443
Active ingredients:
rifampicin

Dosage form:
Capsule

Sponsor:
Sanofi-Aventis Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800818806

From
02 Jun 2025
to
28 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative generic brand is available.

RIMYCIN 300 rifampicin 300 mg capsule bottle
AUST R: 48231
Active ingredients:
rifampicin

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
14 Aug 2025
to
30 Sep 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is closely controlling the supply.