sumatriptan succinate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
SUMATRAN sumatriptan (as succinate) 50 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 187216
Active ingredients:
sumatriptan succinate

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
14 Nov 2025
to
27 Feb 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

SUMATRIPTAN SANDOZ Tablets 100 mg Sumatriptan (as succinate) 100 mg Tablets Blister
AUST R: 187215
Active ingredients:
sumatriptan succinate

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Accord Healthcare Pty Ltd

Phone:
0418348894

From
05 Jun 2025
to
31 Jul 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing