Drug Discontinuation

HPS Pharmacies wish to give notice that Bayer has discontinued Citracal tablets as follows:

Citracal^® Tablets
Calcium (as citrate) 250mg
ARTG 131240

 Citracal^® Plus D Tablets
Calcium (as citrate) + Colecalciferol 315mg/12.5mcg
ARTG 129696

Calcium carbonate may be considered as an alternative to calcium citrate, although its absorption is more dependent upon gastric pH.

Retain this notice in a prominent position, including in other related business units for one month. 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, or Bayer Australia on 1800 039 076.