mercaptopurine monohydrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ALLMERCAP mercaptopurine monohydrate 20mg/mL oral liquid suspension bottle
AUST R: 213881
Active ingredients:
mercaptopurine monohydrate

Dosage form:
Oral Liquid, suspension

Sponsor:
Link Medical Products Pty Ltd T/A Link Pharmaceuticals

Phone:
1800 181 060

From
31 May 2024
to
28 Feb 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

MERCAPTOPURINE-LINK mercaptopurine monohydrate 50 mg tablet bottle
AUST R: 306940
Active ingredients:
mercaptopurine monohydrate

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Link Medical Products Pty Ltd T/A Link Pharmaceuticals

Phone:
1800 181 060

From
13 May 2024
to
14 Jun 2024

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.