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AU ATC J01CA04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Amoxicillin shortage in Australia
Is there an Amoxicillin shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Amoxicillin products are reported short in Australia, the first since 17 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 8 Jan 2027. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | COMOX 500/125, amoxicillin (as trihydrate) 500 mg and clavulanic acid (as potassium) 125 mg tablets strip pack | 17 Sep 2026 | not given | Not stated | |
| AU | COMOX 875/125, amoxicillin (as trihydrate) 875 mg and clavulanic acid (as potassium) 125 mg tablets strip pack | 17 Sep 2026 | not given | Not stated | |
| AU | AMOXICLAV JUNO 2000/200 amoxicillin (as sodium) 2000 mg and clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate) 200mg powder for injection vial limited | 2 Oct 2026 | 8 Jan 2027 | Not stated |
Source
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Medicine Shortage Reports Database. Official list. National shortages of reportable medicines, current and anticipated within six months; one row per product.