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AU ATC C10AA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Simvastatin shortage in Australia
Is there a Simvastatin shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Simvastatin products are reported short in Australia, the first since 30 Apr 2025. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | NOUMED SIMVASTATIN simvastatin 10mg film coated tablet blister pack | 30 Apr 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | NOUMED SIMVASTATIN simvastatin 20mg film coated tablet blister pack | 30 Apr 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated | |
| AU | NOUMED SIMVASTATIN simvastatin 40mg film coated tablet blister pack | 30 Apr 2025 | 31 Dec 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.