mirtazapine - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
APX-MIRTAZAPINE mirtazapine 30 mg tablets blister pack
AUST R: 183399
Active ingredients:
mirtazapine

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
28 Sep 2026
to
18 Dec 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

MIRTANZA ODT mirtazapine 45 mg orally disintegrating tablet blister pack
AUST R: 183406
Active ingredients:
mirtazapine

Dosage form:
Tablet, orally disintegrating

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
23 Oct 2026
to
01 Jan 2027

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

APX-MIRTAZAPINE mirtazapine 45 mg tablets blister pack
AUST R: 183400
Active ingredients:
mirtazapine

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
25 Jun 2026
to
30 Jul 2026

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand