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AU ATC C10AA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Atorvastatin shortage in Australia
Is there an Atorvastatin shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Atorvastatin products are reported short in Australia, the first since 29 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 15 Nov 2026 (latest 31 Dec 2026). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | LORSTAT 80 atorvastatin (as calcium trihydrate) 80 mg tablets bottle limited | 29 Sep 2026 | 15 Nov 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | PHARMACOR ATORVASTATIN atorvastatin (as calcium trihydrate) 20 mg film-coated tablet blister pack limited | 7 Oct 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | 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.