hydrocortisone - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
HYSONE 4 Hydrocortisone 4mg tablet bottle
AUST R: 27923
Active ingredients:
hydrocortisone

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
23 Oct 2025
to
28 Nov 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative generic brand is available.

HYDROCORTISONE VIATRIS 4 hydrocortisone 4 mg tablet bottle
AUST R: 290097
Active ingredients:
hydrocortisone

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
15 Jul 2025
to
12 Sep 2025

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing