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AU ATC N05AH04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Quetiapine shortage in Australia
Is there a Quetiapine shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Quetiapine products are reported short in Australia, the first since 4 May 2026. The company estimate for the return is 18 Dec 2026 (latest 28 Feb 2027). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | TEVATIAPINE XR quetiapine (as fumarate) 300 mg modified release tablet blister pack limited | 4 May 2026 | 28 Feb 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | TEVATIAPINE XR quetiapine (as fumarate) 200 mg modified release tablet blister pack | 7 Jul 2026 | 28 Feb 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | TEVATIAPINE XR quetiapine (as fumarate) 50 mg modified release tablet blister pack | 7 Jul 2026 | 28 Feb 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | APX-QUETIAPINE XR quetiapine (as fumarate) 50mg modified release tablet blister pack limited | 29 Oct 2026 | 18 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | TEVATIAPINE XR quetiapine (as fumarate) 150 mg modified release tablet blister pack anticipated | 9 Nov 2026 | 28 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.