tamoxifen citrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
GENOX 10 tamoxifen 10mg (as citrate) tablet blister pack
AUST R: 40063
Active ingredients:
tamoxifen citrate

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
31 Jan 2025
to
15 Feb 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Products in an alternative strength are available.
GENOX 20 tamoxifen 20mg (as citrate) tablet blister pack
AUST R: 40065
Active ingredients:
tamoxifen citrate

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
18 Mar 2025
to
15 Feb 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.
GENRX TAMOXIFEN tamoxifen (as citrate) 20 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 316360
Active ingredients:
tamoxifen citrate

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7900

From
20 Mar 2026
to
24 Apr 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative brands are available.