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AU ATC C10AC01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Colestyramine shortage in Australia

Is there a Colestyramine shortage in Australia?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Colestyramine product is reported short in Australia, the first since 6 May 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Jan 2027. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Canada, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Australia

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
AUQUESTRAN LITE colestyramine 850mg/g powder sachet limited6 May 202631 Jan 2027Not 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.