METFORMIN SANDOZ metformin hydrochloride 850mg tablet blister pack - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
METFORMIN SANDOZ metformin hydrochloride 850mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 125662
Active ingredients:
metformin hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800726369

From
03 Apr 2025
to
01 Dec 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.