galantamine hydrobromide - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
GAMINE XR galantamine (as hydrobromide) 24mg modified release capsules blister pack
AUST R: 182040
Active ingredients:
galantamine hydrobromide

Dosage form:
Capsule, modified release

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
29 Oct 2024
to
10 Jan 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

GAMINE XR galantamine (as hydrobromide) 16mg modified release capsules blister pack
AUST R: 182038
Active ingredients:
galantamine hydrobromide

Dosage form:
Capsule, modified release

Sponsor:
Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 195 055

From
21 Feb 2025
to
23 May 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
The sponsor is working to expedite the next shipment. Alternative generic products are available.

GALANTYL galantamine (as hydrobromide) 16 mg modified release capsule blister pack
AUST R: 157932
Active ingredients:
galantamine hydrobromide

Dosage form:
Capsule, modified release

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
14 Nov 2023
to
06 Sep 2024

Shortage status:
Resolved

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing