mirtazapine - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
MIRTANZA mirtazapine 15 mg tablets blister pack
AUST R: 183376
Active ingredients:
mirtazapine

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
22 Jan 2026
to
06 Mar 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

MIRTANZA ODT mirtazapine 15 mg orally disintegrating tablet blister pack
AUST R: 183404
Active ingredients:
mirtazapine

Dosage form:
Tablet, orally disintegrating

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
27 Mar 2026
to
15 May 2026

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite next shipment. Non-disintegrating tablets in the same strength are available.