Ozempic (semaglutide) shortage collection
There is a worldwide shortage of this diabetes medicine. TGA alerts relate to the shortage in Australia.
Increased global demand for semaglutide products is impacting availability of Ozempic (semaglutide) in Australia. Alerts on the shortage of Trulicity (dulaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are also accessible from this collection.
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The pharmaceutical company that supplies Ozempic, Novo Nordisk, has recently advised the TGA and the Ozempic Medicine Shortage Action Group that supply throughout 2025 will be limited.
Visit the Medicine shortage reports database to search for all medicines in shortage and find information about management actions.
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Media releasesWe have accepted a court-enforceable undertaking from Your Solution Compounding Pharmacy Pty Ltd, regarding advertising of prescription-only compounded medicines for weight-loss.
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Medicine shortage alertsThe supply of Ozempic (semaglutide) will continue to be limited until 31 December 2025
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Safety alertsConsumers and health professionals should be aware that counterfeit Ozempic-labelled pens have been imported into Australia. These pens may pose a serious health risk and should not be used. There are clear inconsistencies from the original product to look out for.
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BlogSome online health clinics are advertising and selling compounded medicines. However, it is important to know that compounded products are not identical to TGA approved products.
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Safety alertsWe are aware of an emerging trend for telehealth providers to offer compounded semaglutide-like products. Compounded semaglutide-like products are ‘unapproved’ therapeutic goods and have not been evaluated by us for safety, quality and efficacy.
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Safety alertsThe TGA has detected fake semaglutide, also known as Ozempic, being illegally imported into Australia.
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Media releasesThe TGA is aware of several scams targeting consumers seeking semaglutide (Ozempic). Consumers are strongly advised not to use products unless they have come from a trusted source.
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NewsSupplies of Ozempic (semaglutide) have begun distribution in Australia but will remain quite limited for some time.
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NewsA warning to social media influencers and advertisers not to advertise this prescription medicine.