rizatriptan benzoate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
MAXALT rizatriptan (as benzoate) 10mg wafer blister pack
AUST R: 69076
Active ingredients:
rizatriptan benzoate

Dosage form:
Wafer

Sponsor:
ORGANON PHARMA PTY LTD

Phone:
1800023135

From
15 Jan 2024
to
01 Apr 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

RIZATRIPTAN ODT APOTEX rizatriptan (as benzoate) 10 mg orally disintegrating tablet blister pack
AUST R: 220030
Active ingredients:
rizatriptan benzoate

Dosage form:
Tablet, orally disintegrating

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800195055

From
12 Jan 2024
to
19 Apr 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.