Drug Availability

HPS Pharmacies wish to give notice that all suppliers of tamoxifen tablets are experiencing limited availability and supply interruptions as follows:

Product ARTG    Expected Return Date
Genox 10mg 40063 11th February 2020
Genox 20mg 40065 19th March 2020
Tamoxifen Sandoz 20mg 80076 5th March 2020
Tamosin 20mg 43527 10th February 2020
Nolvadex-D 20mg 11232 30th June 2020

An internationally registered brand of tamoxifen 20mg tablets has been approved for supply under Section 19A of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989. Please note that Section 19A alternatives are subject to a longer lead time and different pricing as they must be sourced internationally.

Retain this notice in a prominent position, including in other related business units until supplies return to normal. Report any problems identified with medicines, vaccines or medical devices to the TGA.

Should you require further information regarding this matter, please contact your pharmacist at HPS Pharmacies.

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