atomoxetine hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
ATOMOXETINE SANDOZ atomoxetine (as hydrochloride) 40 mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 238369
Active ingredients:
atomoxetine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800726369

From
20 Feb 2025
to
15 May 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
An alternative generic product is available. The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

ATOMOXETINE SANDOZ atomoxetine (as hydrochloride) 80 mg capsule blister pack
AUST R: 238371
Active ingredients:
atomoxetine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800726369

From
20 Feb 2025
to
15 Apr 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Unexpected increase in demand due to other sponsors unable to supply

Management action:
An alternative generic product is available. Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

APO-ATOMOXETINE atomoxetine (as hydrochloride) 100 mg capsule blister
AUST R: 290985
Active ingredients:
atomoxetine hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Capsule, hard

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
07 Mar 2025
to
04 Apr 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing