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LACOSAMIDE ARX lacosamide 150 mg film-coated tablets blister pack AUST R: 296760Active ingredients:
lacosamide
Dosage form: Tablet, film coated
Sponsor: Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800 195 055
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From 01 May 2026 to 05 Jun 2026
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Shortage status: Anticipated
Availability: Available
Reason: Manufacturing
Management action: The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.
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LACOSAMIDE SANDOZ lacosamide 50 mg film-coated tablet blister pack AUST R: 309010Active ingredients:
lacosamide
Dosage form: Tablet, film coated
Sponsor: Sandoz Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800726369
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From 10 Aug 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
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Shortage status: Anticipated
Availability: Available
Reason: Manufacturing
Management action: Alternative brands are available.
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LACOSAMIDE ARX lacosamide 50 mg film-coated tablets blister pack AUST R: 296750Active ingredients:
lacosamide
Dosage form: Tablet, film coated
Sponsor: Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd
Phone: 1800 195 055
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From 05 Mar 2026 to 19 Mar 2026
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Shortage status: Resolved
Availability: Available
Reason: Manufacturing
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VIMCOSA lacosamide 100 mg tablet blister pack AUST R: 353583Active ingredients:
lacosamide
Dosage form: Tablet, film coated
Sponsor: Pharmacor Pty Ltd
Phone: 1300138805
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From 27 Jan 2026 to 22 Feb 2026
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Shortage status: Resolved
Availability: Available
Reason: Manufacturing
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