lamivudine - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ZETLAM lamivudine 100 mg tablet bottle
AUST R: 180504
Active ingredients:
lamivudine

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
04 Jan 2027
to
30 Jul 2027

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative brand is available.

LAMIVUDINE VIATRIS lamivudine 300 mg film-coated tablet bottle
AUST R: 167594
Active ingredients:
lamivudine

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
05 Dec 2025
to
18 Aug 2026

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing