Actacode Codeine Linctus codeine phosphate hemihydrate 5 mg/mL oral liquid bottle - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
Actacode Codeine Linctus codeine phosphate hemihydrate 5 mg/mL oral liquid bottle
AUST R: 124245
Active ingredients:
codeine phosphate hemihydrate

Dosage form:
Oral Liquid, solution

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
11 Sep 2025
to
01 May 2026

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

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