clarithromycin - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
KALIXOCIN clarithromycin 250mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 99707
Active ingredients:
clarithromycin

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Viatris Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 314 527

From
06 Nov 2024
to
06 Jan 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

KLACID clarithromycin 250mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 79564
Active ingredients:
clarithromycin

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Viatris Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 314 527

From
28 Oct 2024
to
06 May 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

KLACID clarithromycin 250mg/5mL powder for oral liquid bottle
AUST R: 56729
Active ingredients:
clarithromycin

Dosage form:
Oral Liquid, powder for

Sponsor:
Viatris Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 314 527

From
09 May 2024
to
02 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Unexpected increase in consumer demand

Management action:
Sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment.

CLARITHROMYCIN SANDOZ clarithromycin 250 mg film coated tablet blister pack
AUST R: 101265
Active ingredients:
clarithromycin

Dosage form:
Tablet, film coated

Sponsor:
Sandoz Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 726 369

From
15 Aug 2024
to
17 Oct 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing