lanreotide acetate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
MYTOLAC lanreotide (as acetate) 120 mg solution for injection pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 371879
Active ingredients:
lanreotide acetate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Amdipharm Mercury Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 627 680

From
19 Jun 2024
to
31 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

Management action:
An alternative generic product is available. Sponsor is closely controlling the supply

MYTOLAC lanreotide (as acetate) 60 mg solution for injection pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 371881
Active ingredients:
lanreotide acetate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Amdipharm Mercury Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800 627 680

From
29 Nov 2024
to
30 Jun 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

Management action:
An alternative generic product is available.

MYTOLAC lanreotide (as acetate) 90 mg solution for injection pre-filled syringe
AUST R: 371880
Active ingredients:
lanreotide acetate

Dosage form:
Injection, solution

Sponsor:
Amdipharm Mercury Australia Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800627680

From
12 Aug 2024
to
31 Dec 2024

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Unavailable

Reason:
Transport / Logistic issues / Storage capacity issues

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