Teriparatide - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
TERROSA teriparatide (rbe) 250 microgram/mL solution for injection cartridge in a pre-filled pen
AUST R: 405710
Active ingredients:
Teriparatide

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Gedeon Richter Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1300 433 366

From
12 Aug 2025
to
22 Dec 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. An overseas-registered product has been approved for supply under Section 19A. The approval holder, Reach Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd, can be contacted for details on supply on 0422 429 648.

TERIPARATIDE LUPIN teriparatide 250 microgram per mL solution for injection pre-filled cartridge
AUST R: 373604
Active ingredients:
Teriparatide

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Generic Health Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7900

From
08 Aug 2025
to
27 Oct 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

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