ropinirole hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
REPREVE ropinirole (as hydrochloride) 0.5 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 295482
Active ingredients:
ropinirole hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800195055

From
11 Apr 2025
to
23 May 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative generic product is available.

APPESE 0.5 ropinirole (as hydrochloride) 0.5mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 140833
Active ingredients:
ropinirole hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
10 Jan 2025
to
21 Feb 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing