tamoxifen citrate - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
GENRX TAMOXIFEN tamoxifen (as citrate) 20 mg tablet blister pack
AUST R: 316360
Active ingredients:
tamoxifen citrate

Dosage form:
Tablet

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
0398097900

From
17 Oct 2024
to
21 Jan 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative generic products are available.

GENOX 10 tamoxifen 10mg (as citrate) tablet blister pack
AUST R: 40063
Active ingredients:
tamoxifen citrate

Dosage form:
Tablet, uncoated

Sponsor:
Alphapharm Pty Ltd

Phone:
1800274276

From
15 Jan 2025
to
31 Mar 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative strength tablet available.