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AU ATC D10AD04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Isotretinoin shortage in Australia
Is there an Isotretinoin shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 8 Isotretinoin products are reported short in Australia, the first since 28 Mar 2025. The company estimate for the return is 25 Dec 2026 (latest 8 Oct 2027). Main reason: not stated.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | APO-ISOTRETINOIN isotretinoin 10mg capsule - soft blister pack | 28 Mar 2025 | 25 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ISOTRETINOIN LUPIN isotretinoin 10 mg capsule blister pack | 27 May 2025 | 30 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | APO-ISOTRETINOIN isotretinoin 20mg capsule blister pack | 11 Jul 2025 | 25 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ISOTRETINOIN Gx isotretinoin 10mg capsule blister pack | 27 Jul 2025 | 22 Feb 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | ISOTRETINOIN-WGR isotretinoin 20mg capsule blister pack | 21 Oct 2025 | 8 Oct 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | ISOTRETINOIN LUPIN isotretinoin 20 mg capsule blister pack | 5 Nov 2025 | 30 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ISOTRETINOIN-WGR isotretinoin 10mg capsule - soft blister pack | 1 Dec 2025 | 8 Oct 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | ISOTRETINOIN Gx isotretinoin 20mg capsule blister pack | 8 Jan 2026 | 26 Feb 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.