AU ATC G03CA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Estradiol shortage in Australia
Is there an Estradiol shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Estradiol products are reported short in Australia, the first since 4 Aug 2023. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Sweden, Japan, New Zealand. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | ESTRADOT 25 estradiol 25 microgram transdermal drug delivery system sachet limited | 4 Aug 2023 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ESTRADOT 50 estradiol 50 microgram transdermal drug delivery system sachet limited | 27 Oct 2023 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ESTRADOT 75 estradiol 75 microgram transdermal drug delivery system sachet limited | 28 Nov 2023 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ESTRADOT 100 estradiol 100 microgram transdermal drug delivery system sachet limited | 17 Jan 2024 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ESTRADERM MX 100 estradiol 100 microgram/24 hours transdermal drug delivery system sachet limited | 11 Sep 2025 | not given | 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.