tramadol hydrochloride - medicine shortage information

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Product details Supply Impact Dates Further Details
TRAMEDO SR tramadol hydrochloride 200 mg modified release tablet blister pack
AUST R: 154389
Active ingredients:
tramadol hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, modified release

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7900

From
30 Nov 2024
to
14 Feb 2025

Shortage status:
Current

Availability:
Limited Availability

Reason:
Manufacturing

Management action:
Alternative brands are available.

APO-TRAMADOL SR tramadol hydrochloride 200 mg oral tablet blister pack
AUST R: 154395
Active ingredients:
tramadol hydrochloride

Dosage form:
Tablet, modified release

Sponsor:
Southern Cross Pharma Pty Ltd

Phone:
03 9809 7900

From
03 Jan 2025
to
14 Feb 2025

Shortage status:
Anticipated

Availability:
Available

Reason:
Manufacturing

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