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AU ATC A10BG03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Pioglitazone shortage in Australia
Is there a Pioglitazone shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Pioglitazone products are reported short in Australia, the first since 31 Dec 2021. The company estimate for the return is 13 Nov 2026 (latest 19 Feb 2027). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Czechia, Sweden, Japan, New Zealand. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | NOUMED PIOGLITAZONE pioglitazone (as hydrochloride) 30mg tablet blister pack | 31 Dec 2021 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | NOUMED PIOGLITAZONE pioglitazone (as hydrochloride) 45mg tablet blister pack | 31 Dec 2022 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ARX-PIOGLITAZONE pioglitazone 15 mg (as hydrochloride) tablet blister pack | 15 Jul 2026 | 19 Feb 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | ARX-PIOGLITAZONE pioglitazone 30 mg (as hydrochloride) tablet blister pack | 3 Sep 2026 | 13 Nov 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | ARX-PIOGLITAZONE pioglitazone 45 mg (as hydrochloride) tablet blister pack limited | 8 Oct 2026 | 13 Nov 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.