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Imatinib-DRLA imatinib (as mesilate) 100mg capsule blister pack AUST R: 261062 Active ingredients: imatinib mesilate Dosage form: Capsule, hard Sponsor: Dr Reddys Laboratories Australia Pty Ltd Phone: +61427 306 107	From 29 May 2026 to 30 Nov 2026	Shortage status: Current Availability: Limited Availability Reason: Manufacturing Management action: The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative brand is available.
ARX-IMATINIB imatinib (as mesilate) 400mg capsule blister pack AUST R: 261060 Active ingredients: imatinib mesilate Dosage form: Capsule, hard Sponsor: Dr Reddys Laboratories Australia Pty Ltd Phone: 0427306107	From 31 Jul 2026 to 29 Jan 2027	Shortage status: Anticipated Availability: Available Reason: Manufacturing Management action: Sponsor is closely controlling the supply.
ARX-IMATINIB imatinib (as mesilate) 100mg capsule blister pack AUST R: 261054 Active ingredients: imatinib mesilate Dosage form: Capsule, hard Sponsor: Dr Reddys Laboratories Australia Pty Ltd Phone: 0427306107	From 01 Feb 2027 to 01 Sep 2027	Shortage status: Anticipated Availability: Available Reason: Manufacturing Management action: Alternative brands are available.
Imatinib-DRLA imatinib (as mesilate) 400mg capsule blister pack AUST R: 261057 Active ingredients: imatinib mesilate Dosage form: Capsule, hard Sponsor: Dr Reddys Laboratories Australia Pty Ltd Phone: +61427 306 107	From 01 Sep 2026 to 30 Mar 2027	Shortage status: Anticipated Availability: Available Reason: Manufacturing Management action: Alternative brands are available. The sponsor is closely controlling the supply.